Patriots Signing Sione Takitaki

The New England Patriots are signing former Cleveland Browns linebacker Sione Takitaki to an undisclosed deal on Monday, according to a source. Takitaki stands at 6-foot-1 and 238 pounds and is entering his sixth season in the NFL after the Browns took him in the third round in 2019 out of BYU. The 28-year-old linebacker […]

Patriots Plan To Sign Jacoby Brissett

The New England Patriots plan to sign veteran free-agent quarterback Jacoby Brissett this week, according to a source. When the teams eventually agree to terms, Brissett is expected to be added for one year and $8 million. It's a reunion in New England for the 31-year-old signal-caller, who was originally taken in the third round […]

Patriots Expected To Make A Push For Calvin Ridley

Now that wide receiver Calvin Ridley is officially on the free-agent market and unlikely to re-sign with the Jacksonville Jaguars following their pickup of Gabe Davis, the New England Patriots are expected to make a push for him. ESPN's Jeremy Fowler also lists the Tennessee Titans and Carolina Panthers as potentially being in the market […]

Patriots Releasing DeVante Parker

The New England Patriots informed wide receiver DeVante Parker that they are releasing him on Wednesday at the start of the new league year, and he has now been given permission to talk to other teams, according to his agent, Jimmy Gould. The Patriots still have JuJu Smith-Schuster, Kendrick Bourne and Demario Douglas as their […]

Antonio Gibson Signs Three-Year Deal With The Patriots

Free agent running back Antonio Gibson and the New England Patriots have agreed to a three-year, $11.25 million contract on Monday. The deal includes $5.3 million guaranteed, with a maximum value of $17.25 million. Gibson rushed for 265 yards and a touchdown while catching 48 of 59 targets for 389 yards and two touchdowns over […]

2024 Free-Agent Tight End Preview

The tight end free-agent classes have not been strong over the past couple of years. Last year, Josh Oliver and Foster Moreau were the highest-paid tight ends, both inking multi-year deals. Dalton Schultz was the biggest name available at the position last offseason, but he only signed a one-year deal worth up to $6.25 million. […]

Kendrick Bourne, Pats Agree On New Deal

Wide receiver Kendrick Bourne agreed to a new deal to remain in New England. The contract is for three years, and he'll be eligible to earn up to $33 million. The 28-year-old amassed 406 yards and four touchdowns off 37 catches last season. However, despite appearing on track for a career year, Bourne suffered a […]

Kendrick Bourne, Patriots Have "Notable Gap" In Contract Talks

The New England Patriots and impending free agent wide receiver Kendrick Bourne are working to agree on a new contract ahead of 2024 free agency, but there's still a "notable gap" in negotiations, according to NFL insider Josina Anderson. Bourne played in just eight games last year before suffering a torn ACL, yet he still […]

Jaguars Acquire Mac Jones

The Jacksonville Jaguars have reportedly acquired quarterback Mac Jones from the New England Patriots. This move was expected as Jones was reportedly on the trade block heading into the offseason. The Pats are looking to go in a new direction with Jerod Mayo taking over as the head coach in New England. Jones struggled during […]

Five Free Agent Sleepers For 2024 Fantasy Football

When NFL franchises allow players to walk in free agency, they typically don’t see the value in retaining the talent relative to the price. In layman’s terms, they aren’t high-impact players and a replacement can be discovered. In uncommon instances, a free agent’s change of scenery boosts production. Recent examples include tight end Evan Engram […]

NFL Power Rankings: Top 10 Free Agent Running Backs

NFL free agency is almost here. Starting tomorrow, teams can begin negotiating new deals with free-agent players. Last year, three running backs received the franchise tag – Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs, and Tony Pollard. However, no running back got the franchise tag this offseason despite nine players getting tagged. The 2024 NFL Draft running back […]

2024 Free-Agent Running Back Preview

Things have not been great for running backs in the NFL over the past few years. Teams don't want to spend a high draft pick on them anymore or pay big money. Last year, Saquon Barkley, Josh Jacobs, and Tony Pollard were all franchise-tagged by their respective teams.  However, no running backs were franchise-tagged this […]

Why It's Time To Buy In On Kyler Murray In Fantasy Football

Fantasy football in its simplest form is a game of numbers. The players play and whatever stats they put up in real life, you get for your fantasy team. Even more than that fantasy football is a game of perception as two fantasy players can look at a player and come to two totally different […]

Fantasy Football Wide Receiver Best Ball Rankings For 2024 (Tiers 1-3)

We have now entered the process of free agency, which will soon provide pathways for some wide receivers to seize significant roles in their new landing spots. The player movement that has ensued will also negatively impact the stock of other receivers whose roles will decrease within their reshaped depth charts. Participation in best ball […]

Restricted vs. Unrestricted Free Agents: NFL Offseason Terms Explained

The NFL offseason brings plenty of excitement with key events like free agency and the NFL Draft. However, this can also be a confusing time for fans who have to navigate unfamiliar terms. Before NFL free agency gets underway, it’s important to understand the difference between restricted and unrestricted free agents. What is the difference […]

2024 Free-Agent Wide Receiver Preview

The 2024 wide receiver free-agent class was going to be one of the best in recent years. If you were a team looking for a stud WR1, chances are you could sign one this offseason. However, that is not the case anymore. Mike Evans signed a two-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers before free […]

All-Time Leading Receiver for Every NFL Franchise

As the NFL leans toward efficient and explosive passing, we have seen more high-level receiving production in recent years. The modern NFL has a focus on securing top-notch pass-catchers too; just in the last few seasons, we have seen players like Tyreek Hill, A.J. Brown, and D.J. Moore traded for premium draft capital, and the […]

Teams Reportedly Calling On Mac Jones

According to NFL Media's Ian Rapoport, the Pats have fielded calls for quarterback Mac Jones. The 2021 No. 15 overall pick showed promise in his inaugural season, tossing for 3,801 yards and 22 touchdowns (13 interceptions) off 67.6% passing. However, his production has plummeted since then. As a result, he wasn't starting consistently throughout the […]

Hunter Henry Signs Three-Year Deal With Patriots

New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry was scheduled to be a free agent next week, but the organization signed him to a three-year, $27 million deal on Friday. Henry signed with the Patriots on a three-year deal during the 2021 offseason after five years with the Los Angeles/San Diego Chargers. He's hauled in 143 […]

Reviewing The 2023 Free Agent Class After One Season - Last Year's Worst Free Agent Signings

NFL free agency is always an exciting time for fans, especially fans of franchises who love to spend big for veterans ahead of the NFL Draft. When we look back on each signing after one season, numerous players exceeded expectations based on their contracts, but there are usually even more free-agent deals that look awful […]

One Free Agent Every AFC Team Should Sign During 2024 NFL Free Agency

Sometimes the missing piece is just one free-agent signing away. Other times the wrong contract can set back a franchise. Free agency will officially begin on March 13 at 4 p.m. EDT. At that time, free agents can start signing with any NFL team. Teams can already offer the franchise tag to one player. Some […]

Canton Bound? Active NFL Players Who Are Locks To Make The Pro Football Hall Of Fame

There are legends of the game, then there are the living legends; the players we're actively watching who are already some of the best football has ever seen. There are a handful of former players still searching for their gold jacket, left out of Canton because their accomplishments came just short. Meanwhile, current players are […]

Don't Sleep On Rookie Tight End Ja'Tavion Sanders In Your 2024 Fantasy Football Leagues

For the longest time, the tight end position has consisted of Travis Kelce and, well... everybody else. Sure, Mark Andrews and George Kittle have had some good, even great, seasons, but this has largely been Kelce's world, and all the other tight ends were just living in it. We've had our big three during the […]

Top Contenders To Be The Next New England Patriots Starting Quarterback

The New England Patriots have fallen since their days as consistent Super Bowl contenders under Tom Brady and Bill Belichick. Last year, the Patriots finished last in the AFC East division with a 4-13 record, leading to multiple changes in the organization. One of those changes will be at the quarterback position. Mac Jones has […]

Reviewing The 2023 Free Agent Class After One Season - Last Year's Best Free Agent Signings

As we wait for free agency to officially begin on March 13, now is the perfect time to look back at last year’s free agents. Quarterbacks like Derek Carr and Jimmy Garoppolo headlined that 2023 class. Neither one really excelled in a new place last year. The Saints gave Carr a four-year, $150 million contract, […]

Biggest Running Back Surprises - Fantasy Football Year In Review

The 2023 fantasy football season is over, and it’s time to turn the page towards next year. While we have over six months before a meaningful NFL game gets played, it’s never too early to prepare for the fantasy season. One of the more critical things fantasy players can do to get a leg up […]

Patriots Have "Real" Interest In Jacoby Brissett

The New England Patriots have "real" interest in Washington Commanders impending free-agent quarterback Jacoby Brissett. The Patriots are expected to have competition for him if they sign him, but offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt loved coaching Brissett with the Cleveland Browns in 2022, and the Patriots view the veteran signal-caller as a great locker-room guy […]

Patriots Use Transition Tag On Kyle Dugger

The New England Patriots are placing the transition tag on safety Kyle Dugger ahead of free agency. The tag allows Dugger to become a free agent, but New England will have the chance to match any offer he receives from another organization. Dugger has racked up 343 tackles, 2.5 sacks, two forced fumbles, nine interceptions, […]

David Andrews Could Be Cap Casualty

The New England Patriots already released cornerback J.C. Jackson this offseason in a cost-cutting move, and The Athletic's Chad Graff writes that center David Andrews is the next best bet as a salary cap casualty this year. Andrews was still an above-average center last year, but he'll be 32 this season and is projected to […]

3 Rookie Wide Receiver Sleepers Projected as Mid-Round NFL Draft Picks - Yards Per Route Run Analysis

It's tricky to find sleepers these days since the dynasty and devy community have proven to be sharp minds for NFL Draft prospects. Two metrics to look at for receivers as a starting point involve yards per route run and targets. There's somewhat of a strong correlation between yards per route run and targets per […]