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Week 9 Patriots-Jets FanDuel Picks

The Patriots and Jets are playing on Monday Night Football in a game that the Patriots need to win to stay competitive in the AFC. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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Jets' Frank Gore keeps doing things no running back his age has ever done

At 37 years old, Frank Gore is in the company of just one other running back: Hall of Famer Marcus Allen. And if Gore keeps it up, the numbers he puts up for the Jets this season will be unprecedented.

Billy Heyen

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What if the Patriots didn't trade Jimmy Garoppolo to 49ers? An alternate history of Jimmy G and Tom Brady

Here's a look at four alternate timelines if the 49ers-Patriots trade in 2017 hadn't happened.

Vinnie Iyer

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What is the Patriots' future at QB? Jarrett Stidham, Jimmy Garoppolo or draft pick could replace Cam Newton in 2021

Cam Newton isn't the answer. It's likely neither is Jarrett Stidham. For the Patriots to return to their glory days, they'll need a true Tom Brady-replacement as face of the franchise at quarterback.

Billy Heyen

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Monday Night Football Betting Preview: Odds, trends, picks for Patriots-Jets

The experts at BetQL get you ready for Monday Night Football by breaking down the numbers you need to know to make the sharpest picks for the Patriots-Jets.

Sloan Piva, BetQL

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Why Antonio Brown won't fail the Buccaneers like he did Raiders, Patriots

Antonio Brown's third chance to revive his NFL career after a falling out with the Steelers in 2019 won't be another letdown.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 9 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 9 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 9

In our picks and predictions for Week 9 of the 2020 NFL season, we break down the five games between teams with winning records and more.

Bill Bender

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Week 9 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 9 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady and Tampa Bay avenge a Week 1 loss at New Orleans while Seattle goes back to cooling off Buffalo and Dallas doesn't cover again vs. Pittsburgh.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings for Week 9

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 9 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Patriots trade rumors: Stephon Gilmore gets a high price tag as deadline rental

Patriots star cornerback Stephon Gilmore could be moved ahead of Tuesday's NFL trade deadline. We're tracking the latest news and rumors here, along with what the contract implications could be for an acquiring team.

Billy Heyen

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Rex Ryan says the Patriots' dynasty is over

Sorry Bill Belichick, the ESPN analyst thinks Tom Brady was more responsible for the Patriots' dynasty.

SJ Lynn

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Belichick opens up on struggles

Bill Belichick addressed the New England Patriots' disappointing start to the season.

Stats Perform News

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Tom Brady's record vs. Giants: Two Super Bowl losses still haunt the future Hall of Famer

Tom Brady has lost twice to the Giants in the Super Bowl, but he's handled New York well in the regular season heading into Monday night's Buccaneers game in East Rutherford.

Billy Heyen

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A Jets fire sale at the trade deadline doesn't mean 'waving the white flag,' Adam Gase says

The Jets could trade more players away ahead of the NFL's Tuesday trade deadline, but head coach Adam Gase doesn't want that to be seen as giving up.

Billy Heyen

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Joe Montana relates well to Tom Brady's GOAT move from Patriots to Buccaneers

Seeing what Brady is doing with Tampa Bay channels how smooth Montana's late-career move to Kansas City was.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why Patriots losing badly in 2020 is the best thing for Bill Belichick

The Patriots have been the NFL's most successful team at advanced problem solving during their dynasty. That's the same winning approach one should expect Bill Belichick to apply while losing.

Vinnie Iyer

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Cam Newton: I'm jeopardizing Pats' success

The New England quarterback said after a tough loss to Buffalo that his carelessness with the football is damaging the team.

Stats Perform News

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Cam Newton fumbles away Patriots' chance to tie Bills on final drive

Patriots quarterback Cam Newton just needed to protect the ball late for New England to get a game-tying field-goal attempt. Instead, he fumbled and the Bills won.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Patriots vs. Bills on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 8 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Patriots vs. Bills game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 8 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL Week 8 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 8 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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NFL mock draft 2021: Lawrence, Fields lead four QBs; WRs fly off board

Sporting News' updated mock draft has a new home for quarterbacks Justin Fields, Trey Lance and Kyle Trask and pairs three fourths of the NFC North with needed big-play wide receivers.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 8

In our picks and predictions for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season, the Ravens and Steelers meet in a battle for AFC North supremacy. Can the Browns keep pace despite losing Odell Beckham Jr.?

Bill Bender

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Week 8 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 8 of the 2020 NFL season, Seattle rebounds by cooling off San Francisco, while first-place Philadelphia and Buffalo put Dallas and New England on ice.

Vinnie Iyer

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Newton 'embarrassed' after display

Cam Newton addressed his performance against the San Francisco 49ers, which saw the former NFL MVP throw three interceptions.

Stats Perform News

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Tom Brady winning vs. Bill Belichick in a lot more ways than 'Buccaneers better than Patriots'

No one expected Belichick's mojo to go out the door with Brady like this, but it has, along with Brady still being much better than what Belichick is left with at quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings for Week 8

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results heading into Week 8 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ex-NFL QB Jeff Garcia criticizes Cam Newton's outfits during slump

Jeff Garcia, a longtime quarterback in the NFL, doesn't think Cam Newton should dress so flashy when he's not performing well on the field for the Patriots.

Billy Heyen

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Why did the Patriots bench Cam Newton?

Cam Newton was replaced by Jarrett Stidham after throwing three interceptions. The 49ers and former New England QB Jimmy Garoppolo were blowing out the Pats.

Billy Heyen

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Revisiting the Jimmy Garoppolo trade: 49ers' big win gets even bigger after Tom Brady moves on from Patriots

New England could have kept Jimmy Garoppolo stashed for Bill Belichick as Tom Brady's successor. Let's revisit the events that led to the 49ers acquiring their future franchise quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

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Pats losing

Kelly Clarkson's "A Moment Like This" was the No. 1 single on the Billboard Top 100 the last time the Patriots lost three straight games.

Bill Bender

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Tom Brady, Jon Gruden and the 'Tuck Rule' come full circle in Tampa Bay

Jon Gruden still brings up the 'Tuck Rule' when Tom Brady's name comes up. Will Gruden finally get revenge on Sunday Night Football?

Bill Bender

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Patriots vs. 49ers coverage map: Where can NFL fans watch the Week 7 game on TV?

The New England Patriots and San Francisco 49ers face off in a matchup of multi-time Super Bowl champs in Week 7. Here's information on how to watch the game on your local CBS channel.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Patriots vs. 49ers on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 7 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Patriots vs 49ers game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 7 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL Week 7 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 7 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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Week 7 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 7 of the 2020 NFL season, the Steelers stay undefeated by handing the Titans their first loss while the 49ers extend the Patriots' losing streak to three.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 7

In our picks and predictions for Week 7 of the 2020 NFL season, the Steelers and Titans meet in a battle of undefeated teams in the 1 p.m. window, while there are seven divisional matchups, including a 4:25 p.m. showdown between the Cardinals and Seahawks.

Bill Bender

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NFL power rankings for Week 7

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 7 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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What's wrong with the Patriots' offense? New England has bigger problems than Cam Newton

The new QB1 in Foxborough doesn't have a enough around him.

Vinnie Iyer

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Cam Newton recovered a fumble vs. the Broncos four years too late, and NFL fans had Super Bowl jokes

Quite a sign of maturity from the former Panthers quarterback.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 6

In our picks and predictions for Week 6 of the 2020 NFL season, and the Browns-Steelers AFC North rivalry is a tough pick. Plus the Chiefs and 49ers rebound in big prime-time showdowns.

Bill Bender

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Patriots vs. Broncos coverage map: Where can NFL fans watch the Week 6 game on TV?

The New England Patriots and Denver Broncos both get starting QBs back in Week 6 with Cam Newton and Drew Lock returning. Here's information on how to watch the game on your local CBS channel.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Patriots vs. Broncos on today? Time, TV schedule for postponed Week 6 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Patriots vs. Broncos game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 6 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL Week 6 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 6 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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Week 6 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 6 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady outduels Aaron Rodgers, the Chiefs rebound and the Cowboys and Bears win again with replacement QBs.

Vinnie Iyer

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Le'Veon Bell's best landing spots after Jets release include Bears, Seahawks, Patriots

Breaking down Le'Veon Bell's best fits following his release from the Jets.

Vinnie Iyer

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How Melvin Gordon's DUI charge, Phillip Lindsay's injury return changes Broncos' backfield

Gordon faces potential discipline just as Lindsay approaches full strength.

Dan Bernstein

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NFL power rankings for Week 6

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 6 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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When will Broncos, Dolphins play?

Sporting News breaks down how the NFL can salvage the scheduling mess created by New England's latest COVID-19 positive.

Vinnie Iyer

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Patriots-Broncos postponed to Week 6

The Patriots have had yet another game postponed due to the team's COVID-19 issues. When will New England play its game against the Broncos?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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NFL Week 5 coverage map: TV schedule for CBS, Fox regional broadcasts

Looking for the NFL games on TV today in your market? Here's the map of regional broadcasts for every Week 5 matchup, including a full schedule of kickoff times and channels.

Billy Heyen

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Week 5 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season, the Steelers crush the cross-state Eagles coming off a bye, while the Cowboys and 49ers take advantage of lesser teams to get much-needed home wins.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 5

In our picks and predictions for Week 5 of the 2020 NFL season, the Bills, Browns and Buccaneers all stay on their playoff path with big victories.

Bill Bender

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Will the Patriots play Week 5 vs. Broncos? Stephon Gilmore's positive COVID-19 test left doubt

Stephon Gilmore tested positive from Tuesday's round of coronavirus testing, per reports. That will not keep New England from playing in Week 5.

Joe Rivera

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How Nick Foles, Eagles shocked the world and beat Tom Brady, Patriots in Super Bowl 52

How the heck did Foles pull it off with Brady having one of his best-ever Super Bowl performances?

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings for Week 5

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 5 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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How long is Cam Newton out? COVID-19 quarantine length, return date, latest updates on Patriots QB

Cam Newton's positive COVID-19 test ahead of Week 4 left the New England Patriots turning to backup Brian Hoyer while they await the return of their star QB.

Billy Heyen

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A Stephon Gilmore-Patrick Mahomes postgame hug has Chiefs fans worried for their quarterback

Let the speculation run wild.

Joe Rivera

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Patriots have second player placed on COVID-19/reserve list

Patriots practice squad defensive lineman Bill Murray was placed on the COVID-19/reserve list Tuesday, the day after New England played its rescheduled game in Kansas City against the Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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James White plans to 'push through' after father's death in car wreck

James White returned to the field just more than two weeks after his father died in a car crash that also left White's mother in critical condition. His mother is improving, White said postgame Monday.

Billy Heyen

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NFL referee explains controversial call against Patriots that helped Chiefs win

The non-call would have been a changing point in the game for the Patriots.

Jordan Heck

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Officials butcher call in Chiefs-Patriots

Officials botched the call on a play that should have given New England the ball and a short field.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Mahomes leads Chiefs to comfortable win over Newton-less Pats

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Patriots vs. Chiefs on Monday night. Follow for complete results from the postponed NFL Week 4 game.

Jacob Hancock

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Patriots vs. Chiefs odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL’s postponed Week 4 game

Here's everything to know about betting on Patriots vs. Chiefs in Week 4, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the Monday night football game.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why Brian Hoyer is starting QB for Patriots as Cam Newton's replacement, not Jarrett Stidham

Brian Hoyer will start for Cam Newton on Monday night, not Jarrett Stidham. The New England Patriots surely have reasons to go with the veteran over Stidham against the Kansas City Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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What channel is Patriots vs. Chiefs on today? Time, TV schedule for postponed Week 4 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Patriots vs. Chiefs game on Monday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 4 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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Week 4 Chiefs-Patriots FanDuel Picks

The Patriots and the Chiefs are set to play their postponed game on Monday night. If you're putting together a FanDuel single-game lineup, we have the picks, advice, and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Jacob Camenker

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Listen to Tony Romo geeking out over Patrick Mahomes highlights: 'Look at the magic!'

Patrick Mahomes might be the best quarterback in football, and Tony Romo might be the best color commentator. When they're on the same game, it's always a good time.

Billy Heyen

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What time are the NFL games tonight? TV schedule, channels for Monday night football doubleheader

The kickoff times for tonight's games in Green Bay and Kansas City were altered due to positive COVID-19 tests in the NFL for Week 4.

Billy Heyen

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Who plays on 'Monday Night Football' tonight? Time, TV channel, schedule for NFL Week 4

This week's Monday night NFL schedule includes a pair of games. Here is everything to know about the COVID-19 altered Week 4 finale and how to watch them.

Billy Heyen

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Week 4 Chiefs-Patriots DraftKings Picks

The Chiefs and Patriots play in Week 4 in a rescheduled game Monday night. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Billy Heyen

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Patriots to social distance by traveling on two planes to Kansas City

The New England Patriots plan on taking two planes to Kansas City on Monday to split the players off who had the closest contact with Cam Newton, who had a positive COVID-19 test.

Billy Heyen

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Cam Newton responds to well wishes after COVID-19 positive test: 'Appreciate all the love'

Patriots quarterback Cam Newton replied to the well wishes he's received following the COVID-19 positive test that'll keep him out of Week 4 against the Chiefs.

Billy Heyen

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When will Patriots vs. Chiefs be played?

Cam Newton will not play in Week 4, but the NFL may need to postpone Patriots vs. Chiefs after the QB's positive COVID-19 test.

Jordan Heck

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Do fantasy points for Patriots-Chiefs game count for Week 4 Yahoo, ESPN fantasy leagues, NFL DFS contests?

With the Patriots-Chiefs game postponed to either Monday or Tuesday, will the points scored in that game count in Yahoo and ESPN fantasy leagues? What about NFL DFS contests on DraftKings and FanDuel? We have your answers here.

Jacob Camenker

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Trevor Lawrence's 10 best fits in the 2021 NFL Draft, from the ideal Broncos to long-shot Patriots

Trevor Lawrence would fit with any team in 2021. Here are the 10 best NFL landing spots for the Clemson quarterback and likely No. 1 overall draft pick.

Bill Bender

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NFL mock draft 2021: Jets, Broncos, Vikings all go QB

Sporting News' updated mock draft finds new franchise quarterbacks for three teams floundering to start the 2020 season. Plus, the Giants, Falcons and Bengals add defensive stars in the top 10.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 4

In our picks and predictions for Week 4 of the 2020 NFL season, Cleveland keeps rolling in an upset over Dallas while Chicago and Green Bay survive close calls to improve to 4-0.

Bill Bender

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Week 4 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 4 of the 2020 NFL season, Patrick Mahomes battles the Cam Newton-less Patriots while Russell Wilson, Dak Prescott and Aaron Rodgers stay hot in their teams' wins.

Vinnie Iyer

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Patriots QB Cam Newton out vs. Chiefs as he's added to COVID-19 list

Cam Newton reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 and will be out for at least Week 4.

Jordan Heck

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NFL power rankings for Week 4

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 4 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Mark Andrews might be the NFL's most important tight end

Baltimore's Mark Andrews might be more important to Lamar Jackson than any other tight end in the NFL is to their quarterback, including Travis Kelce to Patrick Mahomes and George Kittle to Jimmy Garoppolo.

Billy Heyen

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Cam Newton goes viral, becomes a meme with hilarious reaction on Patriots sideline

Newton seemed to be fitting in just fine in New England as he joked with teammates on the bench toward the end of the Pats' Week 3 victory over the Raiders.

Jacob Hancock

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Will there be fans at NFL games in 2020? Team-by-team attendance & ticket policies during COVID-19

The NFL is allowing each of its 32 teams and local lawmakers to determine whether fans can attend football games amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Here is a team-by-team breakdown, updated with the latest news.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL QB rankings for Week 3: Wentz, Brees fall; Wilson among risers

Russell Wilson is on the hunt for his first league MVP, and he might just succeed if the Seahawks continue to let him cook.

Vinnie Iyer

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What channel is Patriots vs. Raiders on today? Time, TV schedule for Week 3 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Patriots vs. Raiders game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 3 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 3

In our picks and predictions for Week 3 of the 2020 NFL season, Green Bay and Pittsburgh remain undefeated. Plus, Philadelphia's struggles continue against Cincinnati.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 3 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 3 of the 2020 NFL season, Patrick Mahomes gets the better of Lamar Jackson while Russell Wilson outduels Dak Prescott.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings for Week 3

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's results entering Week 3 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Patriots' Bill Belichick says he hasn't watched Tom Brady's games with Buccaneers

The New England coach says his focus has been on his team and its early-season opponents.

Tom Gatto

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Cam Newton needed Patriots to find MVP form again — not Panthers or any other team

The non-New England teams that could have used Newton this season didn't just "pass" on him. They all would have failed him, too.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL fans had jokes about Bill Belichick's mask

During Sunday's Patriots vs. Seahawks game, the coach appeared to have some issues with the face covering.

SJ Lynn

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Wilson wants to be NFL's best

After saying he believes he is the NFL's best quarterback, Russell Wilson threw five touchdowns in Seattle's 35-30 win over New England.

Stats Perform News

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Patriots' Stephon Gilmore gets into tussle with D.K. Metcalf after being torched deep

The two had to be separated on the sideline Sunday night.

Dan Bernstein

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Seahawks stop Cam Newton at goal line as time expires

Sporting News tracked live scoring updates and highlights from Patriots vs. Seahawks on "Sunday Night Football." Follow for complete results from the NFL Week 2 game.

Dan Bernstein

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What channel is Patriots vs. Seahawks on today? Schedule, time for 'Sunday Night Football' in Week 2

The TV channel for tonight's game in Seattle is the same network that will broadcast all SNF games this season. Here is everything you need to know to watch Patriots vs. Seahawks.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots vs. Seahawks odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL's 'Sunday Night Football' game

Here's everything to know about betting on Patriots vs. Seahawks in Week 2, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for "Sunday Night Football."

Vinnie Iyer

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Here are the NFL quarterbacks getting paid more than Cam Newton in 2020

At least 25 QBs, including some backups, will make more cash in 2020 than the maximum Newton can earn in New England.

Tadd Haislop

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Cam Newton contract details: How the Patriots QB became a bargain on a minimum salary

Newton's contract in New England will pay him diddly no matter what he does as the starting quarterback in 2020.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 2 SNF DraftKings Picks

The Patriots and Seahawks play in Week 2 on Sunday Night Football. If you're putting together a DraftKings Showdown lineup, we have the picks, advice and sleepers to help in your NFL DFS tournaments.

Billy Heyen

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Why did Tom Brady leave the Patriots? A souring relationship with Bill Belichick and other signs from the past

The seeds for Brady's departure from New England were planted long ago.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 2 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 2 of the 2020 NFL season, Russell Wilson ensures Seattle surviving New England while Pittsburgh and Green Bay ride their respective defensive and offensive momentums into home success against lesser teams.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 2

In our picks and predictions for Week 2 of the 2020 NFL season, Dallas and San Francisco get back on track. Plus, Minnesota puts Indianapolis in the dreaded 0-2 hole to start the year.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL power rankings for Week 2

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect every team's opening results entering Week 2 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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Who is Joe Judge? Fast facts about the Giants' new head coach, former Bill Belichick assistant

Here is a closer look at Joe Judge, the latest former Bill Belichick assistant who will try to succeed as a head coach.

Bill Bender

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Patriots' Cam Newton explains late-game tussle with Dolphins: 'The College Park almost came out in me'

The Dolphins went after Newton's chain at the end of Sunday's game, and the new Patriots quarterback was not pleased.

Tadd Haislop

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Breaking down Cam Newton's Patriots debut: Flashes of 'Superman,' but questions remain after win over Dolphins

Bill Belichick and Josh McDaniels drew up the perfect, reined-in gameplan for Cam Newton to get his feet wet, mostly relying on those feet. Can Patriots fans expect it to continue in Week 2?

Vinnie Iyer

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Cam Newton's Patriots contract won't pay him much money even if he's the best QB in the NFL

Newton could be named first-team All-Pro and still not earn the maximum amount his New England contract offers.

Tadd Haislop

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Why Newton's Pats have better chance than Brady's Bucs to win Super Bowl

Which quarterback will have more success in their new spot this season: Tom Brady in Tampa Bay or Cam Newton in New England?

Bill Bender

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What channel is Patriots vs. Dolphins on today? TV schedule, time for Week 1 NFL game

Here's everything you need to know to watch the Patriots vs. Dolphins game on Sunday, including kickoff time, TV channels and a full Week 1 NFL schedule.

Thomas Schlarp

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NFL power rankings for Week 1

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect the roster cuts and free-agent signings around the league as the Week 1 of the 2020 NFL regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL picks, predictions for Week 1: Steelers handle Giants; 49ers, Ravens upset by Cardinals, Browns

In our picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, Kansas City starts its title defense on the right foot. Plus, San Francisco and Baltimore suffer early losses to division rivals.

Tadd Haislop

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Week 1 NFL picks against the spread

In our picks and predictions against the spread for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, Tom Brady gets outdueled by Drew Brees, Minnesota exacts revenge on Green Bay and Dallas cancels L.A.'s housewarming party.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady vs. Drew Brees: Inside the numbers

Tom Brady and Drew Brees first met in 1999. The 40-something QBs rekindle their competitive rivalry Sunday in the third of three historic matchups this season.

Bill Bender

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Newton excited for Patriots debut

Cam Newton is preparing for his first game with a new team.

Sacha Pisani

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2020 NFL predictions: Final standings & Super Bowl pick

Sporting News' predictions for the 2020 NFL season are here. Check out our complete set of projections for the regular season standings and playoff matchups all the way through Super Bowl 55.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL quarterback rankings: The best and worst starting QBs for 2020, ranked 1-32

Here are Sporting news' updated NFL quarterback rankings for the 2020 season from 1-32, starting with Patrick Mahomes down to Jarrett Stidham.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tracking NFL practice squad signings

NFL practice squads are being assembled today. Here are the signings and rosters for all 32 teams.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots predictions 2020: Final record projection, Super Bowl 55 odds

Here are our predictions for the Patriots in 2020 as part of our complete projections for the NFL season.

Joseph Rivera

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Leonard Fournette rumors: Patriots express interest in signing free-agent RB, per report

Fournette, waived Monday by the Jaguars, has reportedly garnered interest from the Patriots, who typically deploy their running backs by committee under Bill Belichick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Leonard Fournette's best fits after Jaguars release include Bears, Steelers, Patriots

The Jaguars did Fournette no favors with the timing, but here are six teams that make the most sense, because of injuries or other concerns for their running games.

Vinnie Iyer

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What to expect for Cam Newton's first season in New England

It's clear from Patriots training camp that Cam Newton still has to earn the starting quarterback job in New England by beating out second-year QB Jarett Stidham.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2021: Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields have company at QB

Now that we know who or who isn't playing college football in 2020, it's time again to look ahead to the 2021 NFL Draft. Where might Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields and other top prospects go in the first round? Sporting News' second mock draft of next year's class looks for answers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

In our early picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes pick up where they left off. Plus, Tom's Brady's Tampa tenure starts with a loss and an impressive upset in one rookie quarterback's debut.

Vinnie Iyer

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Pats could use platoon QB system early on, Belichick says

Cam Newton, Brian Hoyer and Jarrett Stidham are battling to be the starter for New England following Tom Brady's exit.

Rob Lancaster

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Bill Belichick on Cam Newton

Bill Belichick called his 31-year-old quarterback a "hard-working kid."

Sacha Pisani

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Here's how Lamar Miller's free-agent signing fits into Patriots', Bill Belichick's plans

The Patriots agreed to terms with Miller on Monday.

Dan Bernstein

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Patriots' Devin McCourty says it's 'an absolute joke' that NFL is moving opt-out deadline

The NFL wants to shorten the deadline for its opt-out policy because of concerns over players taking advantage of the situation, reports Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk.

SJ Lynn

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Think Bill Belichick is tanking? Patriots safety Patrick Chung thinks you're 'dumb'

Chung isn't here for the New England conspiracy theories as he and other Patriots opt out of the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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Is Bill Belichick the mastermind behind Patriots opt-outs? One NFL exec thinks so

We have another New England conspiracy theory after so many Patriots players opted out of the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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No, Bill Belichick is not tanking so the Patriots can draft Trevor Lawrence

The omnipresent conspiracy theory surrounding the Patriots' 2020 offseason moves is a bit absurd, even by Hoodie standards. Here are all the reasons why Bill Belichick isn't tanking for Trevor Lawrence.

Bill Bender

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How the Patriots can replace their player opt-outs

Bill Belichick is suddenly forced to address significant holes on defense and the offensive line with the opt-outs of three more veteran starters.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

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Michael Bennett explains how the pandemic helped him announce NFL retirement

A Super Bowl champion with the Seattle Seahawks, Michael Bennett spent 11 years in the NFL despite going undrafted.

Omnisport

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Antonio Brown apparently announces retirement from NFL in a series of tweets

Looks like AB has retired from football again.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots' Cam Newton stars in new PETA ad

The New England Patriots quarterback shares the benefits of a plant-based diet in a new commercial for the animal-rights group.

SJ Lynn

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Former Patriots player explains why Cam Newton won't start for New England

Will Jarrett Stidham actually be the starting quarterback for the Patriots in 2020?

Jordan Heck

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Patriots' Bill Belichick becomes a meme eating a sub during Subway ad shoot

The Super Bowl-winning coach was enjoying lunch on a bench in Branford, Conn., and the internet took notice.

Tom Gatto

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Cam Newton promises he'll give Patriots an upgrade over Tom Brady in at least one area

In a roundtable conversation with former New York Giants star Victor Cruz, Browns wideout Odell Beckham and Rams running back Todd Gurley on a YouTube program called “The Bigger Picture,” the new Patriots QB declared that he is undaunted in replacing Brady.

Mike DeCourcy

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Patriots' Julian Edelman offers DeSean Jackson opportunity for 'uncomfortable' conversation — at Holocaust Museum

Patriots receiver Julian Edelman, the MVP of Super Bowl 53, offered to accompany Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson to the Holocaust Museum and Learning Center in Washington to help facilitate a “conversation” after Jackson posted false and anti-Semitic statements on social media earlier this week.

Mike DeCourcy

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Cam Newton confuses fans with 'tired of being humble' post

NFL fans were quick to point out that the 31-year-old NFL star, who is known for his love of fashion and excessive celebrations on the field, hasn't exactly been all that humble in the past.

SJ Lynn

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Cam Newton says Patriots contract is about respect, not money

Cam Newton took to social media to respond to comments about his salary after joining the Patriots.

Jon Palmieri

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Super Bowl 55 odds: Buccaneers, Steelers — not Patriots — top best value bets

Bill Belichick's New England squad is not thought of on nearly the same level without its Hall of Fame-bound quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

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Details of Cam Newton's new contract with Patriots confirm total lowball

The Patriots signed Cam Newton to a shockingly small guaranteed dollar amount.

Vinnie Iyer

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TB12 to Edelman: I'll always be your No. 1

Cam Newton's arrival in New England has excited Julian Edelman, but Tom Brady says he will always be the receiver's "No. 1."

Nicholas McGee

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Cam Newton thanks Panthers fans in video, says he never wanted to leave Carolina

The new Patriots quarterback says it was the Panthers' decision to let him go.

Tom Gatto

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Newton's contract with Pats spurs memories of Tannehill's deal with Titans

The last time an AFC team signed a veteran quarterback to this kind of contract, it ended up in the conference championship game.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL training camp openings remain on schedule as league tries to stay the course

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

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Latest Patriots punishment feels like it's meant to be a joke

The Patriots were caught cheating. Again. But the NFL's lenient punishment only reinforces the team's win-at-any-cost approach.

Mike DeCourcy

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Richard Sherman calls Cam Newton's contract with the Patriots 'disgusting'

The 49ers cornerback can't believe how little the new Patriots quarterback will make in 2020.

Liam Blackburn

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Breaking down the Patriots' new QB situation with Cam Newton

The signing of Cam Newton throws a late curveball into the Patriots' QB depth chart and brings even greater mystery to what New England will get in the passing game post Tom Brady.

Vinnie Iyer

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Four reasons why Cam Newton signing improves Patriots' Super Bowl odds in 2020

The timing on the Cam Newton contract makes a lot of sense for the Patriots, but will it help them stay relevant in the AFC playoff race in 2020?

Bill Bender

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Patriots punished for Bengals videotaping incident

New England will pay a hefty price for the footage it shot at a Browns-Bengals game in December.

Tadd Haislop

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Jets' Jamal Adams tweets props to Bill Belichick, Patriots for signing Cam Newton

The All-Pro safety was either being ironic in an elite manner, or he was tweaking the Jets organization, which is no hurry to tear up a contract that has up to two years remaining.

Tom Gatto

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Patriots adding Cam Newton to QB mix

The 2015 NFL MVP was out of work for about three months. Now he'll compete for the opportunity to succeed Tom Brady.

Tom Gatto

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Police think former NFL WR Reche Caldwell may have been targeted in killing

The New England Patriots said they were "deeply saddened" to hear news of former wide receiver Reche Caldwell's death.

Stats Perform News

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Patriots might not see Jarrett Stidham as NFL ready: 'Brian Hoyer will be the starter'

A former New England linebacker is skeptical of Stidham's chances of starting the 2020 season under center.

Dan Bernstein

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Tom Brady vs. Peyton Manning: Looking back at their 17 legendary head-to-head matchups

Tom Brady and Peyton Manning met 17 times on the football field. We look back at those legendary head-to-head matchups.

Bill Bender

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Kraft Super Bowl ring fetches $1.025 million

The winning bid for the fifth of Robert Kraft's six Super Bowl rings surpassed $1 million on Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

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Frank Gore: AFC East is 'wide open'

Frank Gore feels the balance of power has shifted in the division after Tom Brady's departure from the New England Patriots.

Sacha Pisani

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ESPN to make Tom Brady documentary

Tom Brady's Super Bowl experiences will be the subject of an ESPN documentary titled 'The Man in the Arena'.

Matt Kelley

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Tom Brady uses Michael Jordan 'Last Dance' meme to endorse 28-3 reference

The Bucs quarterback couldn't resist a callback to one of his greatest comebacks.

Tom Gatto

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NFL uniform rankings: Patriots, Chargers rise with new looks for 2020; Falcons fall

Here is our updated ranking of all 32 NFL team uniform sets for the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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New NFL uniforms 2020: Here are the jerseys for Patriots, Buccaneers, Falcons, Browns and Chargers

Nearly a third of the league got new or updated looks for the 2020 NFL season. Here they are and how they're changed up.

Joe Rivera

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Patriots schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the New England Patriots’ 2020 schedule, including dates, start times and analysis for all 16 games.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 1 odds: Early point spreads, betting lines set with 2020 schedule release

The Chiefs are heavily favored in the scheduled opening game of the 2020 season.

Tom Gatto

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The 17 must-watch games on the 2020 NFL schedule

Sporting News ranks the best games on the NFL schedule for 2020.

Bill Bender

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Cam Newton to the Patriots rumors are dead in the water, according to report

It doesn't sound like the Patriots have much, if any, interest in the former Panthers QB.

Joe Rivera

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Don Shula certainly wasn't a fan of Patriots head coach Bill Belichick

The legendary NFL coach, who died May 4, had some choice words for the current Patriots head coach.

Joe Rivera

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NFL schedule 2020: Interconference games could fill early weeks; 5 big matchups we may miss

AFC vs. NFC action may be crammed into the first quarter of the season. They would then be the first game to go if the league needs to delay its season because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Tom Gatto

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NFL schedule release date 2020: When to expect an announcement, strength of schedule & more

Here is what we know about the NFL's 2020 schedule release date plans.

Tadd Haislop

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Tom Brady 'probably just got fed up' with Bill Belichick, according to a former Patriots teammate

Former Patriots cornerback Asante Samuel offers some insight as to where the Brady-Belichick dynamic maybe went wrong.

Joe Rivera

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Is Jarrett Stidham ready to be Patriots starting quarterback? His former coach thinks so

All signs point to the second-year signal-caller being the guy in Foxborough.

Austin Anderson

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What Andy Dalton's release from Bengals means for Patriots, Cam Newton

With Jameis Winston signing with the Saints, it's now Dalton and fellow 2011 draftee Newton as the best quarterbacks available in NFL free agency.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier; Patriots, Bears fall behind after 2020 draft

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

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Rob Gronkowski's comments about having Bucs' playbook early? J/K, he says

The Tampa Bay tight end now says he wasn't studying his new team's plays in advance of a trade.

Tom Gatto

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Patriots draft pick Justin Rohrwasser now says he'll remove 'shameful' Three Percenters tattoo

The Patriots' rookie kicker explained his controversial tattoo, which bears the logo of the far-right militia group the Three Percenters.

Jordan Heck

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Cam Newton rumors: Will the Patriots, Steelers or another team finally sign free-agent QB?

The 2020 NFL Draft is complete. Most of the notable moves have been made in NFL free agency. Now the biggest offseason question becomes whether anyone, most notably the Patriots, will still sign quarterback Cam Newton.

Vinnie Iyer

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Are the Patriots aiming to land Trevor Lawrence in the 2021 NFL Draft?

At least one report suggests the idea of New England landing Lawrence is worth taking seriously.

Tadd Haislop

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Bill Belichick on Patriots' QB depth chart after NFL Draft: 'I have confidence in both players'

Bill Belichick insisted it "wasn't by design" for the Patriots to come away from the 2020 NFL Draft without a quarterback to accompany Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer.

Sacha Pisani

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Patriots draft picks 2020: Who did New England take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here is a complete list of New England Patriots draft picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, updated as selections are made.

Jacob Hancock

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Why didn't the Patriots draft a QB? Bill Belichick keeps everyone guessing again with NFL Draft strategy

The Patriots passed on 10 opportunities to choose a quarterback in the 2020 NFL Draft. Instead, they'll move forward with Jarrett Stidham still penciled in as the QB1 and the many questions surrounding that decision.

Mike DeCourcy

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Patriots draft pick Justin Rohrwasser tries to straighten out his far-right problem

The former Marshall standout says he didn't understand what the Three Percenters represented when he got a tattoo of the group as a teenager.

Mike DeCourcy

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Bill Belichick's dog sits in for Patriots' first pick, steals the NFL Draft show on Day 2

After the Patriots picked Kyle Duggar, ESPN revealed who is really running the Patriots draft.

Austin Anderson

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NFL mock draft 2020: Final 2-round projections send QBs to Dolphins, Chargers, Saints; Cowboys, Patriots steal WRs

Here is our final NFL mock draft for 2020, projecting all picks for Rounds 1-2.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020, 3-round edition: Dolphins pass on Tua Tagovailoa; Cowboys, 49ers, Patriots add to defenses

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2020 covers the first three rounds with in-depth analysis for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tua Tagovailoa draft projection: A trade, a slide and all other scenarios in the 2020 NFL Draft

Which team will be willing to take Tua Tagovailoa in the first round? What if he falls outside the top 10? We break down each potential scenario for the most interesting prospect in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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Rob Gronkowski trade grades: No-brainer for Patriots, head-scratcher for Buccaneers

Sporting News grades the Rob Gronkowski trade between the Patriots and Bucs.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bucs, Patriots complete trade to bring Rob Gronkowski out of retirement

Gronk might have one final season left in him after all.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Rob Gronkowski hints at NFL return: 'I'm not totally done'

Amid rumors he could join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Rob Gronkowski has hinted at a possible NFL return.

Russell Greaves

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Patriots uniform reveal had one crucial mistake: They used the wrong pants

The Patriots mistakingly used the wrong pants in the promotion of their new uniforms.

Jordan Heck

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Where do new Chargers uniforms rank among Nike NFL redesigns?

Nike has had plenty of redesigns since taking over for their uniforms in the early 2010s, but they've not all been hits. Here's a ranking of their work so far.

Joe Rivera

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Patriots mock draft 2020: New England picks Tom Brady's future replacement, adds depth at linebacker

New England will continue to hold high standards following Tom Brady's departure, but there's a lot of work to be done. Here's a closer look at Sporting News' full seven-round mock draft for the Patriots.

Jacob Hancock

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NFL mock draft 2020 with trades: Packers, Eagles, Raiders, Seahawks move up to address needs

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 includes a handful of trades that shake up the first two rounds.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft sleepers: 11 possible steals in 2020 include KJ Hamler, Clyde Edwards-Helaire

These players might not be on your radar now, but you will be glad if your team picks one of them in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Tadd Haislop

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Which quarterback will the Patriots draft? New England's options to replace Tom Brady

The Patriots could roll with Jarrett Stidham, but they are also sitting on 12 total draft picks that give them much flexibility in targeting a rookie QB.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jameis Winston on Buccaneers replacing him with Tom Brady: 'Kudos to me'

Jameis Winston acknowledged Tom Brady was "the GOAT" as he reflected on losing his starting job with the Buccaneers.

Chris Myson

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Tom Brady on why he didn't endorse Donald Trump: 'Totally different than the support of a friend'

"The political support is totally different than the support of a friend," Tom Brady told Howard Stern on Wednesday.

Jordan Greer

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Tom Brady’s Howard Stern interview: 10 key revelations on Patriots, Buccaneers and life with Gisele

Tom Brady's guest spot with Howard Stern will go down as one of the greatest sports interviews of all time.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady reveals his testicle grew to the size of 'an orange' after early-career injury

During an in-depth interview with Howard Stern, Tom Brady shared an interesting story about a painful injury.

Jordan Heck

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