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The latest edition of our Patriots mailbag answers questions about the defense, tush push and more.
The NFL world continues to tip-toe through the quiet part of the offseason as the New England Patriots officially return for training camp in less than three weeks.
So before the Fourth of July festivities begin, let’s get right into this week’s #PostPulpit Mailbag.
When you look at defensive players added and released, there seems to be a theme of improving pass...
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Previewing the Patriots safety heading into his first season in the NFL.
The New England Patriots’ safety position was supposed to be a strength heading into 2024, but instead the unit suffered constant personnel turnover. Heading into 2025, however, there is reason for optimism again — in large part because of the team’s offseason moves meant to bolster the depth behind projected starters Kyle Dugger and Jabrill Peppers.
One big part of those efforts was...
Undrafted rookie receiver Efton Chism has emerged as a potential factor in an already-tight competition for a spot on the Patriots’ 53-man roster. Chism earned praise from Patriots quarterback Drake Maye for his play during OTAs, per ESPN’s Mike Reiss.
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Pat Lane and Matt St. Jean relive New England’s home wins against Miami and Jacksonville, both in the snow
Twenty-one years ago, the New England Patriots completed the most dominant streak in the history of the NFL, finishing with 21 wins in a row across two seasons. Since it was such a dominant run, we have decided to take a look back at each one of the games.
This is the fifth in the series, so expect a ton more to come, and...
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Previewing the Patriots cornerback heading into his second season in New England.
The New England Patriots’ cornerback group underwent some change this offseason, but a significant portion of the depth chart will look the same as it did in 2024. One part of the group then as now is second-year man D.J. James.
Hard factsName: D.J. James
Position: Cornerback
Jersey number: 30 (b)
Opening day age: 24 (3/5/2001)
Measurements:...
Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is notorious for his willingness to go after even his best players in the film room for a mistake.
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Our offseason countdown concludes with the Number One Patriots Moment of 2024!
July 4th. The greatest day on the American calendar. It represents the day that our tiny nation, just a few scattered colonies on the east coast of this great continent, declared independence from oppression and the right to live their lives they way they wanted, free from tyranny.
And while my independence from this countdown of the Top 10 Patriots Moments of 2024 is dwarfed by...
Marte Mapu breaks up a pass intended for Jonnu Smith | Photo by Kevin Sabitus/Getty Images
Daily news and links for Thursday
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Patriots Catch-22: Latest NFL news, trade candidates, best available free agents. (2 hours)LOCAL LINKS
Mark Morse analyzes the Patriots 90 man roster by position: Part 3 – Linebackers. Robert Spillane, Christian Elliss, Jahvani Tavai, Jack Gibbens, Monty Rice, Cam Riley, Marte Mapu, Kyle Dugger. ‘In a very surprising ranking, the Patriots Linebacker...Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images
Daily news and links for Wednesday
TEAM TALK
Trailer: Forged in Foxborough - Episode 2. (1 min. video) Patriots Unfiltered: League news and moves, locker room stories, offseason talk. (2 hours)LOCAL LINKS
Tom E. Curran checks in with the AFC East: How the Patriots stack up amid offseason moves; Can they finally emerge from the divisional basement? Jerry Thornton sees Miami’s trade with Pittsburgh as proof positive they’re in a total...Eric Canha-Imagn Images
Previewing the Patriots wide receiver heading into his first NFL season.
The New England Patriots invested heavily in their wide receiver position this offseason, including in three rookie free agent additions. One of those is DeMeer Blankumsee.
Hard factsName: DeMeer Blankumsee
Position: Wide receiver
Jersey number: 30 (w)
Opening day age: 23 (11/27/2001)
Measurements: 5’10 1/2”, 192 lbs, 32” arm length, 9 1/4” hand size, 4.47s 40-yard dash, 7.03s...
Submit your questions down below.
The New England Patriots are officially off on break as veterans will not be back until late July when they return for training camp.
So, submit any questions — or whatever else is on your mind — down in the comments below or on Twitter using #PostPulpit.
Stay tuned for Friday’s updated mailbag.
Russell Crowe, Cate Blanchett are among celebrities who made appearances at the 2025 Championships at Wimbledon.
Feb. 1, 2015, will forever be a day Seattle Seahawks fans would love to forget. Those watching a recent episode of “Jeopardy!” were given an unfortunate reminder.
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Daily news and links for Tuesday
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Ian Logue spotlights Drake Maye’s Patriots journey: From draft day to preseason breakthrough. Danny Jaillet highlights safeties coach Scott Booker discussing the distinct new identity expected on defense. Danny Jaillet highlights ESPN analyst Marcus Spears, who believes New England will have one of the top-five most improved defenses for the 2025 season....Photo by Kelsey Grant/Getty Images
Even though the 2025 season has not even started, ESPN is already looking ahead.
The New England Patriots spent considerable resources at wide receiver over the last two offseasons, including using second- and third-round draft picks on Ja’Lynn Polk and Kyle Williams. They might not be done either, if a new 2026 NFL mock draft by ESPN turns out to be accurate.
In that way-too-early scenario, the Patriots pick Arizona State’s Jordyn Tyson at No. 8...
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The second annual DB Retreat is taking place in Texas this week.
Individual position groups working together during the offseason has become all the rage in the NFL over the last few years. The annual TE University might be the most prominent example, but it is far from the only such event on the calendar.
Another one is taking place in Arlington, TX, this week: the second annual Pro Defensive Back Retreat, co-hosted by...
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Previewing the Patriots cornerback heading into his third season in New England.
With Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis as a potentially potent 1-2 punch, and with Marcus Jones holding down the fort in the slot, the New England Patriots are well-set atop their cornerback depth chart. The depth spots behind those three, however, are open for competition.
Among those fighting for a role within the group is third-year man Isaiah Bolden.
Hard factsName:...
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Daily news and links for Monday
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Mike Reiss shares some quick-hit weekend thoughts: Who is Patriots rookie kicker Andy Borregales? UFL helps Patritos; Robert Kraft’s motivation; College coaches at OTAs; More. Steve Balestrieri’s Sunday Patriots News: Patriots defense, Drake Maye development. Bernd Buchmasser’s Sunday Patriots Notes: National media jumping aboard the Drake...New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft understands the importance of perseverance in both sports and business. The highly successful Patriots CEO believes that achieving success often begins with having confidence in your ability to overcome challenges that may appear impossible at first.
Make no mistake, the Patriots were in dire need of a kicker, and to address this, they took Miami kicker Andy Borregales with the 182nd pick in the 2025 NFL Draft.