Alex Barth discusses the report that New England will not pick up the 5th-year option on OL Cole Strange.
Sara Marshall mentions how Mike Vrabel is bringing back hope for Patriots fans.
Mike D’Abate highlights LB K’Lavon Chaisson who is eager to add some aggression and attitude to the team’s pass defense. Chaisson predicts ‘relentless’ pass rush.
Jarrett Bailey finds the Patriots listed ridiculously low in post-draft power rankings. The team didn’t get much love despite a great draft.
Nick O’Malley catches us up with Clock Killin’ Corey Dillon, who joked that he’s been “underground” for a while, but has been making more public appearances recently.
Sara Marshall notes some fans are upset the Pats are giving out jersey numbers that were worn by team greats. For example, WR Kyle Williams was given No. 18, that once belonged to Matthew Slater.
The Next Pats podcast:Phil Perry grades the Pats’ draft and picks which players can impact the team next season; Tyler Dunne gives a Bills’ perspective on the Pats roster and if they are the next-best team in the AFC East. (76 min.)
NATIONAL NEWS
Gilberto Manzano and Matt Verderame (SI) The biggest remaining roster holes for all 32 NFL teams. Patriots: IOL, DT, WR. /Click for commentary.
Mason Cameron (PFF) The most improved units after the 2025 NFL Draft. Patriots: Trenches.
Trevor Sikkema (PFF) Favorite pick for all 32 NFL teams. Patriots: Edge Bradyn Swinson (Round 5, Pick 146). ‘The No. 47 player on my big board earned a 91.4 PFF pass-rush grade against true pass sets with a 22.1% pass-rush win rate in 2024. This could be the steal of the draft.’
Trevor Sikkema (PFF) My 10 favorite 2025 NFL Draft classes. Patriots included (A+). /Click for commentary.
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