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Patriots Release DT Mike Purcell

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Veteran defensive tackle Mike Purcell‘s stay in New England was a short one. After signing with the Patriots only three weeks ago, Purcell’s tenure with the team came to an end today as New England announced his release. Purcell began his NFL career as an undrafted free agent out of Wyoming, signing with the 49ers. While not appearing as a rookie and only playing two games in … [Read more...] about Patriots Release DT Mike Purcell

Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers Making Progress On Deal; Ownership Involved

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Brandon Aiyuk continues to drift farther away from the Steelers’ grasp. The would-be trade candidate went through another meeting with 49ers brass. The sides are making progress toward an extension, according to Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz. This endless saga has produced multiple consequential meetings — a midsummer summit Aiyuk requested and an early-August powwow that … [Read more...] about Brandon Aiyuk, 49ers Making Progress On Deal; Ownership Involved

Patriots’ Eliot Wolf Addresses Brandon Aiyuk Pursuit, Team’s WR Depth

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The Patriots were one of the teams which worked out the framework of a trade for Brandon Aiyuk. The 49ers wideout is not interested in playing for New England, however, a stance which he appears to also hold with the Browns. As a result, the Patriots are reported to be out of the running to land Aiyuk. New England made a concerted effort to sign Calvin Ridley in free agency, … [Read more...] about Patriots’ Eliot Wolf Addresses Brandon Aiyuk Pursuit, Team’s WR Depth

Patriots HC Jerod Mayo: QB Competition ‘Definitely Isn’t Over’

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At the onset of training camp, Jacoby Brissett resided atop the Patriots’ quarterback depth chart. That came as little surprise, considering the attention being placed on developing No. 3 pick Drake Maye at a slow pace. Head coach Jerod Mayo made it clear, however, that the door remained open for the latter to earn the Week 1 nod with a strong showing in camp and the … [Read more...] about Patriots HC Jerod Mayo: QB Competition ‘Definitely Isn’t Over’

Bears, Dolphins, Texans Showed Interest In Matt Judon; No Falcons Extension Imminent

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Matt Judon‘s contact issue with the Patriots was resolved last night when a trade with the Falcons was worked out. That swap is now official, and New England received a third-round pick as compensation for the pending free agent edge rusher. Atlanta had competition for Judon before the trade was agreed to. The Bears were “heavily involved” in negotiations, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler … [Read more...] about Bears, Dolphins, Texans Showed Interest In Matt Judon; No Falcons Extension Imminent

Patriots, Falcons Complete Matt Judon Trade

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After their Michael Penix Jr. selection, the Falcons tried to trade back into the first round — for the purpose of acquiring a pass rusher. Atlanta is circling back here, doing so via trade. The NFC South team is set to resolve the Patriots’ Matt Judon issue. The Falcons finalized an agreement to acquire Judon from the Pats, according to NFL reporter Jordan Schultz. As New … [Read more...] about Patriots, Falcons Complete Matt Judon Trade

Patriots’ Matt Judon Drawing Trade Interest

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No agreement has been reached between Matt Judon and the Patriots as he approaches the final year of his current contract. To little surprise, teams around the NFL are looking into a potential acquisition. New England has received trade inquiries from “multiple teams,” ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports. The four-time Pro Bowler has not been a full participant in training camp this … [Read more...] about Patriots’ Matt Judon Drawing Trade Interest