(Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) Wesley Hitt/Getty Images. With the 2024 NFL Draft just a few days away, ESPN's Adam Schefter was asked about what he expects when it comes to the potential trading of picks towards the top of the board. Both the Washington Commanders and New England Patriots have been linked to reports that they'd be open to moving back and accumulating more draft capital. And during his recent appearance on the "Pat McAfee Show" the NFL insider gave his percentage on the likelihood of that happening come Thursday — especially as it pertains to New England ..read more

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - OCTOBER 15: New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft looks on prior to a game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images) Chris Unger/Getty Images With the Chicago Bears taking Caleb Williams and the Washington Commanders saying they're holding onto the second overall pick, it seems like the 2024 NFL Draft officially begins with pick No. 3 Thursday night. New England owns that pick, and the Patriots could certainly use a new franchise quarterback. A report from ESPN's Mike Reiss over ..read more

EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ - NOVEMBER 27: Tom Brady #12 of the New England Patriots celebrates against the New York Jets during the fourth quarter in the game at MetLife Stadium on November 27, 2016 in East Rutherford, New Jersey. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Michael Reaves/Getty Images The New England Patriots history isn't exactly littered with success pre-2001, but they've had their share of great draft picks over the years. With the NFL Draft just five days away, why not look back at five of the best selections in Pats history? Here's a list of some of the best players New Engla ..read more

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 24: NBC Sports analyst Rodney Harrison reports from the field prior to a game between the Las Vegas Raiders and Pittsburgh Steelers at Allegiant Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Chris Unger/Getty Images) Chris Unger/Getty Images The New England Patriots appear primed to draft either LSU quarterback Jayden Daniels or UNC quarterback Drake Maye with their No. 3 overall pick. But if the Patriots are in a position to draft Maye and not Daniels, one team legend feels that they should avoid Maye at all costs. In a recent NFL Draft di ..read more

FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS - JANUARY 17: Newly appointed head coach Jerod Mayo of the New England Patriots speaks to the media during a press conference at Gillette Stadium on January 17, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) Maddie Meyer/Getty Images The New England Patriots could shake up the entire NFL Draft next Thursday night.  Eliot Wolf, the de facto general manager for the Patriots, revealed Thursday that New England isn't married to the No. 3 overall pick. The franchise is willing to move that selection if the right offer is on the table ..read more

FOXBORO, MA - OCTOBER 25: Head coach Bill Belichick reacts with Julian Edelman #11 of the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium on October 25, 2015 in Foxboro, Massachusetts. (Photo by Jim Rogash/Getty Images) Former New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman got his heart broken by Bill Belichick this Wednesday.  Edelman, a three-time Super Bowl champion, has been campaigning for Belichick to be a guest on his "Games with Names" podcast.  In a previous episode, Edelman said he'd be disappointed if Belichick went on  ..read more

MIAMI GARDENS, FLORIDA - JANUARY 09: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots reacts against the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium on January 09, 2022 in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images) Getty Images. This past offseason New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick could only get an interview with the Atlanta Falcons after his departure from his home for the past 24 years.  But a recent report from ESPN suggests that Belichick won't be out of the coaching interview pool for long if he can help it. He apparently has his eyes set on ..read more

ATLANTA, GEORGIA - NOVEMBER 18: Head coach Bill Belichick of the New England Patriots talks on the sideline with Linda Holliday prior to playing the Atlanta Falcons at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on November 18, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia. (Photo by Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images) Kevin C. Cox/Getty Images A bombshell report from ESPN outlining Belichick's failed efforts to get the Atlanta Falcons head coaching job featured an alleged shot that he took at some of his former assistants. Among the many allegations in the report was one where Falcons head coach Arthur Blank asked Belichick ..read more

KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI - JANUARY 20: Rob Gronkowski #87 of the New England Patriots reacts after a first down in the second half against the Kansas City Chiefs during the AFC Championship Game at Arrowhead Stadium on January 20, 2019 in Kansas City, Missouri. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images) Jamie Squire/Getty Images Rob Gronkowski kept it on brand while throwing out Monday's first pitch in Boston. Taking the mound to kickoff the Red Sox four-game home stand vs. the Guardians, the legendary Patriots tight end hit his iconic "Gronk Spike" instead of aiming for the plate and fans at F ..read more

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - AUGUST 19: JuJu Smith-Schuster #7 of the New England Patriots looks on in the first half against the Green Bay Packers during a preseason game at Lambeau Field on August 19, 2023 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. (Photo by Patrick McDermott/Getty Images) Patrick McDermott/Getty Images New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster left his Snapchat followers with more than they'd bargained for on Saturday. In a post that was quickly deleted, Smith-Schuster exposed appeared to post a photo of himself with his penis exposed while driving in a car with a female passe ..read more