The Bill Belichick-run Patriots operation did not place considerable value on the running back position. A few New England regulars received their paydays elsewhere during the legendary coach/GM’s stay. As the team transitions to an Eliot Wolf-led front office, it appears they are at least giving strong consideration to extending their starting RB. Rhamondre Stevenson confirmed … [Read more...] about Patriots, Rhamondre Stevenson Progressing On Extension
Pats’ Matt Judon Addresses Contract Status
Last month, Matt Judon made it clear his absence from the voluntary portion of offseason workouts would not continue into mandatory minicamp. The Patriots’ top edge rusher is indeed present for the final aspect of the team’s offseason program. [RELATED: Rhamondre Stevenson Closing In On Patriots Extension?] Judon staged a hold-in during training camp last summer before a … [Read more...] about Pats’ Matt Judon Addresses Contract Status
Minor NFL Transactions: 6/11/24
Today’s minor transactions: Atlanta Falcons Signed: CB Harrison Hand Waived: DB Anthony Sao Detroit Lions Waived/injured: DB Craig James New England Patriots Claimed off waivers (from Lions): LB Steele Chambers Waived: LB Jay Person Harrison Hand brings 27 games of experience to Atlanta. The former fifth-round pick spent the first two seasons of his career with the … [Read more...] about Minor NFL Transactions: 6/11/24
Patriots, RB Rhamondre Stevenson Nearing Extension Agreement?
For the past two seasons, Rhamondre Stevenson has served as the Patriots’ lead running back. That is set to continue in 2024, and it could remain the case beyond that point. When speaking to the media on Monday, Stevenson said (via Mike Giardi of the Boston Sports Journal) he “feels like” an extension is coming soon. While that falls short of confirmation positive talks on … [Read more...] about Patriots, RB Rhamondre Stevenson Nearing Extension Agreement?
Patriots Rumors: Maye, WRs, Hightower
As organized team activities have progressed in New England, it’s looking more and more like Jacoby Brissett may be the team’s starter under center in Week 1. Naturally, some have asked if that makes No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye the primary backup at the position or an emergency option to stash for development purposes. According to Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald, Maye likely … [Read more...] about Patriots Rumors: Maye, WRs, Hightower
Latest On Patriots’ LT Plans
With Trent Brown no longer in the fold, the Patriots will have a new left tackle starter in 2024. Neither of the team’s top options to replace him have NFL experience on the blindside, though, leaving open the question of a free agent addition. Chukwuma Okorafor has been taking the majority of first-team reps during OTAs, and that will likely continue through the summer. The … [Read more...] about Latest On Patriots’ LT Plans
Patriots Reportedly Made Strong Push for WR Xavier Worthy
The Patriots, in an effort to weaponize their offense and give future starting quarterback Drake Maye some receiving talent whenever he takes the reins, selected two receivers in April’s WR-rich draft: Ja’Lynn Polk (No. 37 overall) and Javon Baker (No. 110 overall). The Polk selection in particular has been the subject of significant discussion among prominent NFL reporters and … [Read more...] about Patriots Reportedly Made Strong Push for WR Xavier Worthy
No Timetable For Patriots QB Drake Maye To Enter Starting Lineup
The Patriots are hoping they found their QB of the future in third-overall pick Drake Maye. However, after signing veteran Jacoby Brissett as a seat-warmer, the organization isn’t in any rush to throw their rookie quarterback into the fire. While speaking with reporters, offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt said there’s no specific timetable to elevate Drake into the QB1 … [Read more...] about No Timetable For Patriots QB Drake Maye To Enter Starting Lineup
NFL Draft Pick Signings: 6/5/24
One draft pick signing to pass along: New England Patriots G Layden Robinson (fourth round, Texas A&M) Robinson was a four-year starting lineman at Texas A&M, with the guard earning a pair of second-team All-SEC nods during his tenure. The 6-foot-3, 311-pound rookie could find himself in the starting lineup to begin the season, as Cole Strange could miss the start of … [Read more...] about NFL Draft Pick Signings: 6/5/24