Musket Fire
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The Bengals' stalling on an extension for Trey Hendrickson could open the door for the Patriots to call about a blockbuster trade.
Sara Marshall|
Vrabel has two rookie running backs in place, and TreVeyon Henderson will lead the room. The reconstructed 2025 backfield will be a huge improvement over 2024.
Michael DeVito|
While it's understandable to rank Patriots' quarterback Drake Maye's post-draft power ranking a bit low after New England's 4-13 2024 season, you could argue it's a bit unfair given what the team added around him.
Ryan McLaughlin|
Third-round pick Kyle Williams continues to receive a lot of hype about his upcoming NFL debut with the Patriots this season.
Sara Marshall|
Patriots fans have long demanded that the team trade for wide receiver A.J. Brown, which seemed like a far-off possibility until now.
Sara Marshall|
If Farmer approximates his predicted ceiling, the outlook will be ominous for offenses that face the Patriots' D-line. Yet, even at his floor, with his accompanying D-tackles, the future is bright for the Patriots' interior defensive line.
Michael DeVito|
Will Campbell was scornfully compared to a T-Rex due to his shorter arms. Yet, the T-Rex's defining characteristics were strength, power, and unparalleled ferocity. Those are the attributes Will Campbell will bring to the Patriots.
Michael DeVito|
Hunter Henry's best season as a Patriot came in 2021, when Josh McDaniels last ran the offense. With McDaniels back as offensive coordinator, Henry could be set up for a strong 2025 campaign.
Ryan McLaughlin|
Four recent higher draft picks, all from the dreadful post-Drake-Maye 2024 draft, underperformed to put it mildly in their rookie seasons. None may last under the new regime headed by Mike Vrabel, and they won't be alone if they're shown the door.
Michael DeVito|
Drake Maye spoke about the progress he's seen with receivers Javon Baker and Ja'Lynn Polk, but it falls just short of promising.
Sara Marshall|
If the Patriots want to really boost their offensive line, it would be a no-brainer to consider re-signing Shaq Mason for the 2025 season.
Sara Marshall|
Thanks to the pieces the Patriots surrounded Drake Maye with this offseason and the second-year quarterback's talent, Maye could have a big second year.
Ryan McLaughlin|
Mike Vrabel is serious about the Patriots' contention for a playoff spot and more in 2025, and he's the singular reason why that's a distinct possibility. Think one man can't make all the difference - think again. Vrabel has.
Michael DeVito|
The Patriots are considered a solid landing spot if the Bears decide they can no longer afford to pay tight end Cole Kmet.
Sara Marshall|
The new culture being instilled by Head Coach Mike Vrabel and players like Robert Spillane is the perfect accompaniment to the massive addition of talent brought in by Vrabel this offseason. Talent plus culture signifies the makings of a playoff team.
Michael DeVito|
The Patriots have been consistently connected to WR George Pickens this offseason, but saw him traded to another team instead.
Sara Marshall|
If Kyle Williams can have the success of guys like Tyler Lockett and Steve Smith, whom his game has been compared to, it's a big win for the Patriots.
Ryan McLaughlin|
Kyle Dugger is predicted to make a triumphant comeback during the 2025 season after an undiagnosed ankle injury hampered his performance last year.
Sara Marshall|
Those are five veterans at risk of being cut in 2025. Others will be released or traded as well. We'll explore more of them in turn. Mike Vrabel is in the process of reconstructing the entire Patriots' roster. Many more may go.
Michael DeVito|
If the Patriots decide that Kayshon Boutte will not make the 2025 roster, they might have a trade partner ready and waiting.
Sara Marshall|
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