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Patriots Free Agency

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) celebrates as time winds down in the fourth quarter of the NFL Week 1 game between the Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland on Sunday, Sept. 7, 2025. The Bengals begin the season with a 17-16 win over the Browns.

Patriots can finally get a star pass rusher to put defense over the top

Jack Aylmer

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Patriots fans could soon know if Maxx Crosby trade is realistic

Ryan O'Leary

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4:22 PM EST

A reunion with this former Patriot makes too much sense for this offseason

Graham Wilker

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Patriots Free-Agency Tracker 2026: Signings, departures, cap space analysis, and more

Sara Marshall

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1:07 PM EST

Sep 15, 2024; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Tampa Bay Buccaneers tight end Cade Otton (88) smiles after their game against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Eamon Horwedel-Imagn Images

Forgotten tight end is a great fit for what the Patriots want for Drake Maye

Michael DeVito

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1:00 PM EST

Jan 17, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; A New England Patriots helmet sits on a table prior to a press conference at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Patriots free agency mailbag: Diving into fans' biggest roster concerns

Sara Marshall

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12:00 PM EST

Oct 19, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs linebacker Leo Chenal (54) runs onto the field during player introductions prior to the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Patriots could add a free agency steal to their already dominant defense

Jaleel Grandberry

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11:00 AM EST

Sep 7, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (14) celebrates after making a catch during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Alec Pierce sends can't-miss message to Patriots just days before free agency

Sara Marshall

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Mar 5, 2026

Feb 5, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel talks to media members at the Santa Clara Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

NFL insider may have tipped Patriots' new plan after Stefon Diggs news

Sara Marshall

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Mar 5, 2026

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga (95) against the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Patriots on the verge of being priced out of re-signing top defensive star

Graham Wilker

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Mar 4, 2026

Bobby Okereke, inside linebacker with the NY Giants, speaks to the press after a practice at Quest Diagnostics Training Center, East Rutherford, NJ, May 28, 2025.

Giants just handed the Patriots their next star linebacker on a silver platter

Sara Marshall

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Mar 4, 2026

Dec 1, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots offensive tackle Vederian Lowe (59) warms up before a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Growing free agency buzz means Patriots might lose key offensive backup

Sara Marshall

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Mar 4, 2026

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) holds up his finger after a defensive stop with 4 seconds left in the second half the NFL football game on Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, at Empower Field in Denver, Co. Cincinnati Bengals defeated Denver Broncos 15-10.

Patriots' dream free agent will officially hit the market after tag window closes

Lior Lampert

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Mar 3, 2026

Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (14) walks up the field Sunday, Aug. 3, 2025, during Indianapolis Colts Training Camp at Grand Park in Westfield.

Patriots get another shot at top free agent after avoiding franchise tag

Sara Marshall

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Mar 3, 2026

New York Giants linebacker Kayvon Thibodeaux (5) runs out of the tunnel during a Thursday Night Football game between the New York Giants and the Philadelphia Eagles at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford on Oct. 9, 2025.

Giants increasing trade buzz could give Patriots big chance for star pass rusher

Sara Marshall

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Mar 3, 2026

Nov 23, 2025; Detroit, Michigan, USA; New York Giants wide receiver Wan'Dale Robinson (17) runs upfield after catching a swing pass in the second quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel-Imagn Images

There's no reason for Patriots to consider signing non-needle moving receiver

Graham Wilker

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Mar 2, 2026

Nov 16, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Jaelan Phillips (50) reacts after sacking Detroit Lions quarterback Jared Goff (16) during the first half at Lincoln Financial Field. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Patriots sign Eagles' rising star pass rusher in latest free agency prediction

Sara Marshall

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Mar 2, 2026

Sep 7, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Alec Pierce (14) celebrates after making a catch during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Patriots stripped of the chance to sign another top free agent target already

Sara Marshall

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Mar 2, 2026

Nov 3, 2024; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Chicago Bears tight end Cole Kmet (85) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Bears' rumored move could hand Patriots a massive offensive upgrade

Sara Marshall

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Feb 27, 2026

Jan 11, 2026; Jacksonville, FL, USA; Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd (0) runs on the field before an AFC Wild Card Round game against the Buffalo Bills at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Patriots projected to land a top defensive free agent this offseason

Jack Aylmer

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Feb 25, 2026

Nov 2, 2025; Nashville, Tennessee, USA; Los Angeles Chargers linebacker Odafe Oweh (98) celebrates his sack with linebacker Tuli Tuipulotu (45) against the Tennessee Titans during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Patriots might luck out in pursuit of next pass rusher with under-the-radar names

Sara Marshall

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Feb 25, 2026

Dec 7, 2025; Jacksonville, Florida, USA;Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Devin Lloyd (0) stands on the field during pregame warmups against the Indianapolis Colts at EverBank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Travis Register-Imagn Images

Latest franchise tag rumors put a big dent in Patriots' free agency plans

Sara Marshall

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Feb 25, 2026

Feb 24, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; New England Patriots general manager Eliot Wolf speaks at the NFL Scouting Combine at the Indiana Convention Center. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Patriots' Eliot Wolf sends strong signal to Jaylinn Hawkins ahead of free agency

Lior Lampert

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Feb 24, 2026

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. (8) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Patriots lose out on another dream free agent signing to the franchise tag

Sara Marshall

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Feb 23, 2026

Dec 21, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. (8) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Ex-Patriots star sees an under-the-radar position as a massive team need

Michael DeVito

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Feb 23, 2026

Nov 17, 2025; Paradise, Nevada, USA; Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens (3) reacts after making a catch against the Las Vegas Raiders during the second half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Cowboys just told the Patriots their fate in the George Pickens sweepstakes

Sara Marshall

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Feb 23, 2026

Aug 23, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Maxx Crosby (98) against the Arizona Cardinals during a preseason NFL game at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

NFL insider advocates for Patriots not to go all-in on trades for one big reason

Michael DeVito

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Feb 23, 2026

Sep 25, 2025; Glendale, Arizona, USA; Seattle Seahawks safety Coby Bryant (8) against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

NFL analyst links Patriots to bold Jaylinn Hawkins replacement in free agency

Sara Marshall

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Feb 22, 2026

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