The Latest

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  New England Patriots Apr 24

  Brandon Aiyuk could be best trade target for WR-thirsty Patriots

  The Patriots are “in the market” for a wide receiver, writes Tom E. Curran, and 49ers star Brandon Aiyuk stands out as a tantalizing trade option.
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  Tom E. Curran Apr 15

  Is it time to prepare for a J.J. McCarthy reality in New England?

  As the J.J. McCarthy hype builds, Tom E. Curran shares some clear-eyed perspective on the Michigan QB and his potential fit in Foxboro.
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  Tom E. Curran Apr 8

  Where Patriots stand on trading No. 3 pick as draft decision looms

  As the 2024 NFL Draft nears, Tom E. Curran relays what he’s hearing about the Patriots’ top pick and the massive implications of New England’s decision.
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  Tom E. Curran Apr 2

  Would Drake Maye check off the ‘toughness' box for Patriots?

  Would Drake Maye have what it takes to lead the Patriots through a challenging rebuild? Tom E. Curran examines the UNC product’s resilience factor.
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  Tom E. Curran Mar 26

  Patriots need to get on-message about where they're headed

  Who’s really calling the shots in New England? Tom E. Curran reflects on the mixed messages the Patriots have sent about a critical offseason to date.
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  Tom E. Curran Mar 25

  Mayo: Drafting a QB is a ‘priority' but Patriots ‘open to deals'

  First-year head coach Jerod Mayo spoke candidly about the Patriots’ draft plans and more at the NFL owners’ meetings in Orlando, Tom E. Curran reports.
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  Tom E. Curran Mar 24

  Patriots need to study their history; a top-3 QB won't be a savior

  Tom E. Curran did a deep dive on recent QB draft history, and what he found suggests the Patriots would be unwise to take a quarterback at No. 3 overall.
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  Tom E. Curran Mar 17

  Patriots can jump-start their rebuild by trading down from No. 3

  Tom E. Curran explains why trading their No. 3 draft pick is the best path for the Patriots, and why the Vikings could emerge as the perfect partner.
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  Tom E. Curran Mar 11

  Patriots are paying the cost now for past missteps at receiver

  As the Patriots aim to upgrade at wide receiver, their recent misfires at the position are looming large, writes Tom E. Curran.
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  Tom E. Curran Mar 10

  Mac Jones trade closes the book on Belichick's final Patriots misstep

  As the Mac Jones Era in New England ends, Tom E. Curran reflects on how Bill Belichick’s handling of the QB ultimately led to both of their exits.