09 Jan, 2025

What Bill Belichick said about the Patriots’ backup QB situation ahead of Sunday’s season opener

Patriots Matt Corral was reportedly absent from Friday’s practice, a possible sign that Bailey Zappe could be the No. 2 quarterback. Bailey Zappe could find himself back on the Patriots’ 53-man roster soon. (AP Photo/John Amis) The Patriots’ backup quarterback spot is still unclear just two days prior to their season-opening matchup against the Eagles. […]

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Here are the Patriots’ captains for the 2023 NFL season

Patriots The Patriots announced their captains this season through a social media video playing off the hit TV show “Only Murders in the Building.” Matthew Slater will return as captain for the 13th straight season. AP Photo/Steven Senne Here’s the long list of business ventures Tom Brady has announced since retiring Tom Brady casts a […]

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Tom Brady casts a wide shadow over the Patriots’ season-opening matchup with the Eagles

Patriots Considering New England’s fortunes since Brady left to sign with Tampa Bay, he’s certainly been missed. The Patriots have yet to settle on a long-term successor. New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady gestures during a promotional event, June 22, 2017, in Tokyo. AP Photo/Eugene Hoshiko, File By KYLE HIGHTOWER, Associated Press September 8, 2023 […]

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Ranking Tom Brady’s best commercials: What were the top ads featuring the Patriots legend?

Patriots Be it Subway, UGG, or some digs at Deflategate, Brady starred in memorable commercials over the years. Tom Brady was no stranger to the small screen during his long career in the NFL. AP Photo/Chris Pizzello Tom Brady’s long-awaited return to Foxborough on Sunday has opened the floodgates of memories and moments that the legendary quarterback […]

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Three years after his departure, Tom Brady’s presence is still felt at Gillette Stadium among Patriots players

Patriots “It started with him, his leadership, his mentality, the way he pushed people. It was contagious.” Tom Brady last played with the Patriots during the 2019. But his presence is still felt in Foxborough. (Jim Davis/Globe Staff) FOXBOROUGH — It’s been 1,341 days since Tom Brady last donned a Patriots jersey at Gillette Stadium. […]

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Here are the Patriots listed on New England’s first injury report of the 2023 season

Patriots The Patriots have five “limited” players on their injury report ahead of Sunday’s matchup against the Eagles. Mike Onwenu has been limited this summer while recovering from ankle surgery. Winslow Townson/AP Images FOXBOROUGH — The Patriots had perfect attendance during Wednesday’s practice at a muggy Gillette Stadium, but New England could still be down […]

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Devin McCourty was not a fan of Matt Patricia’s ‘experiment’ as Patriots’ offensive play caller

Patriots “That wasn’t a good thing. There was nothing good about that.” Matt Patricia’s short tenure with the Patriots offense was a disaster. Matthew J. Lee/Globe Staff Devin McCourty achieved plenty of success on the field with Matt Patricia as his defensive coordinator. But even a former captain in McCourty couldn’t bite his tongue when […]

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Patriots CB Jack Jones’ gun charges reportedly dropped in exchange for probation, community service

Patriots Jones was arrested on June 16 at Logan Airport after TSA officials reportedly found a pair of guns in his luggage. Jack Jones is reportedly getting his charges dropped following his June arrest. Suzanne Kreiter / Globe staff With the 2023 NFL season just days away from kick-off, Patriots cornerback Jack Jones can reportedly […]

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Boomer Esiason says wanting the Patriots to fire Bill Belichick is an ‘idiotic’ take

Patriots “Do you see all the success that the Patriots have had?” Bill Belichick AP Photo/John Amis What Bill Belichick said about Mac Jones winning Patriots starting QB spot, waiving Bailey Zappe, and more Tom Brady reflects on time with Patriots, emotions ahead of anticipated return to Gillette Stadium It’s fairly obvious by now that […]

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10 pressing questions facing the Patriots entering the 2023 season

Patriots Mac Jones’s ability to bounce back in Bill O’Brien’s offensive system could determine the Patriots’ playoff hopes in 2023. Mac Jones is due for a bounce-back season with Bill O’Brien running things. Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images At long last, football season is back. After over a month of sweltering training camp practices and […]

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