DeMario Douglas broke off a 61-yard touchdown reception Sunday, only for it to be called back long after the play.

The Patriots wideout reeled in a deep ball in the first quarter of an eventful 25-19 win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, going the distance for the score. But a late flag brought the play back, with fellow receiver Stefon Diggs getting whistled for an eyebrow-raising offensive pass interference.

Though the Patriots would score later in the drive, it stifled a great moment for New England’s offense.

“On that play, we ruled blocking downfield by No. 8, early...

It might not have been a blowout like in Week 4, or a major upset against one of the NFL’s best teams as in Week 5, but the New England Patriots’ win over the New Orleans Saints in Week 6 is still one to feel good about. Not only is the 25-19 victory the Patriots’ third straight to improve to 4-2 on the year, they also avoided falling into the dreaded “trap” after their high-profile W against Buffalo one Sunday prior.

Head coach Mike Vrabel was also happy with his team’s performance, so much so that he ended up giving...

Kayshon Boutte celebrated his return to Louisiana by leading the New England Patriots to a Week 6 win over the New Orleans Saints.

The former LSU wide receiver delivered at the Superdome, securing all five targets for 93 yards and two touchdowns in a 25-19 win. Boutte, who entered Week 6 with four career NFL touchdowns, had never scored twice in a game since his 2021 collegiate campaign with the Tigers.

Boutte told reporters that he bought tickets for 40 friends and family members to attend Sunday’s game. The 23-year-old reflected on the triumphant homecoming in his post-game press conference....

Sunday was an emotional, full-circle moment for Patriots wide receiver Kayshon Boutte.

Growing up two hours away from the Superdome and playing college football at LSU, a Week 6 matchup against the Saints marked Boutte’s first professional game back in Louisiana.

“It was amazing coming back home, first time playing in the Superdome,” Boutte said. “Little emotional at first. It felt like a full-circle moment, first time I’ve been back playing [in Louisiana]. I think everything was cool but got comfortable as we went on.”

It didn’t take long for Boutte to settle in back at home. With 40 friends...

There is a lot of football left to be played before the playoff discussion can be had in earnest, but the New England Patriots’ win over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday certainly helps in that regard. Thanks to the team of Mike Vrabel celebrating a 25-19 victory on the road, it has now solidified its standing in the AFC playoff picture.

A look at the current list after the early window of games shows this:

1. Indianapolis Colts (5-1)
2. Pittsburgh Steelers (4-1)
3. Buffalo Bills (4-1)
4. Los Angeles Chargers (4-2)
5. Jacksonville Jaguars (4-2)
6. Denver Broncos...

Things stayed within shouting distance at the Caesars Superdome.

But the New England Patriots shouted louder there on Sunday, defeating the New Orleans Saints by a score of 25-19.

Here’s a glance back on the 1 p.m. ET kickoff as head coach Mike Vrabel’s side returns home at 4-2 on the season.

Maye keeps finding a way downfield

A week removed from visiting the NFL’s last unbeaten team, it was on to visit a team fresh off its first win. There would be no letdown in Louisiana. Drake Maye found a way. And early. The Patriots quarterback went 18-of-26...

The New England Patriots already reached a milestone three months sooner than last season.

New England improved to 4-2 with Sunday’s 25-19 victory over the New Orleans Saints. The Patriots matched their win total from each of the last two seasons, and their fourth win of the 2024 campaign didn’t come until Week 18.

This marks the franchise’s best start since beginning 8-0 in Tom Brady’s final season with the Patriots in 2019. If they keep up this play, they could produce their first winning record and playoff appearance since 2021.

The Patriots also secured their first three-game winning streak...

The New England Patriots scratched and clawed their way to a victory over the New Orleans Saints on Sunday, and can now officially say they have a winning streak on their hands…

No, that isn’t anything to be too proud of, but when you do something for the first time in three seasons, you celebrate!

I’ve got takeaways:

BUTT-UGLY

The Patriots really seem to enjoy making things harder than they need to be…

New England didn’t dominate this game, but ultimately won it within the margins, holding the edge in third-down efficiency (46% to 33%), total yards (333 to...

Officiating overshadowed the start of Sunday’s game between the New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints.

Drake Maye began the Week 6 matchup by throwing a 53-yard touchdown pass to DeMario Douglas on the opening drive. They appeared to connect on another 61-yard score in the ensuing possession, but a dubious call negated the big play.

As Douglas celebrated, referees called offensive pass interference on Stefon Diggs. Confused CBS broadcasters tried to decipher what sparked the flag while watching the replay.

Diggs, who was nowhere near Douglas, lightly extended his arm to push away Kool-Aid McKinstry. The Saints cornerback had...

Coming off a big Sunday night victory, the New England Patriots head down to the Superdome for a matchup with the New Orleans Saints in search of their first three-game win streak since 2022.

With an emotional primetime victory against the Buffalo Bills behind them, the stage could be set for a letdown spot against a 1-4 Saints team coming off their first win of the season. But, the message throughout the building this week has been clear: flush the win and move on.

Follow along live down below throughout Sunday.

Live score: Patriots 7 : 3 Saints

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Bill Belichick has faced intensified public scrutiny during a disappointing start to his head coaching reign at North Carolina. The program reportedly believes his former employer is partially responsible.

Members of UNC’s football program suspect the New England Patriots of sourcing some negative reporting about Belichick, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini.

North Carolina is 2-3 with three blowout losses behind Belichick, who surprisingly joined the ACC school in December. The ugly start has fueled speculation over whether the 73-year-old and the program could quickly try to part ways, but they released a joint statement confirming their commitment to each...

The New England Patriots will have to take on the New Orleans Saints on Sunday without one of their starting safeties. Jaylinn Hawkins was ruled out for the contest because of a hamstring injury, meaning that the team will carry only four players at the position on its game day roster.

Besides fellow starter Craig Woodson, New England also has Kyle Dugger, Dell Pettus and Brenden Schooler round out the group. The question now becomes how they will employed against New Orleans, and whether or not former starter Dugger is finally about to see an increased role.

Following his demotion...