The Patriots have an open roster spot after releasing D'Ernest Johnson www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

After writing a heartfelt essay on his gambling struggles, Kayshon Boutte stepped up for the Patriots in his playoff debut. Mike Vrabel is proud of the young receiver for showing growth on and off the field www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Garrett Bradbury missed two practices after testing positive for the flu, but played every offensive snap in Sunday's playoff victory over the Chargers. www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Christian Gonzalez left Sunday's wild-card game with a head injury and faces an uncertain timeline for the Patriots' divisional round matchup against Pittsburgh or Houston www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

K'Lavon Chaisson got to Herbert and Elijah Ponder nailed him, jarring the ball loose. Christian Elliss recovered the ball

Andy Borregales hits the 39-yard field goal. Drake Maye missed Austin Hooper in the end zone, but Patriots take a 9-3 lead as we near the end of the third quarter

Andy Borregales hits the 35-yard field goal Patriots 6, Chargers 3

The defense bent plenty, but they didn't break. Cameron Dicker hits a 21-yard field goal and we're tied, 3-3

That was a lot of work from the offense, but they can't get it in the end zone. Andy Borregales hits the 23-yard field goal. Patriots 3, Chargers 0

The Patriots defense gets back two of its best players for tonight's Chargers matchup www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Tonight the Patriots defense will play with Milton Williams, Harold Landry and Robert Spillane together for the first time since Nov. 13

Patriots inactives: WR Jeremiah Webb TE CJ Dippre OT Marcus Bryant OL Caedan Wallace DT Khyiris Tonga (foot) OLB Bradyn Swinson QB Tommy DeVito (3rd QB)

Drake Maye had his offensive linemen gather in a meeting room during Christmas week. That's where he revealed his gift to each of them - a large outdoor sauna. The offensive linemen were very, very excited. Here's more about Maye's "very generous" gift: www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

The Patriots lost their defensive coordinator and internally promoted an assistant who didn't have experience calling defensive plays. Add in injuries to several key players and it's really impressive how well Zak Kuhr has done this season www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

"I think before you are quick to judge somebody, there's always a person behind what they’re going through." Kayshon Boutte explained why he wanted to open up about his gambling addiction www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

The Patriots have had one of the best turnarounds in NFL history. Here are the top 10 reasons for the team's success: www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

In the final four weeks, the Patriots rushed for 723 yards. That was the second most in the NFL in that span. Drake Maye: “Those two backs are huge for our success and will continue to get better and better.” www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

An illness has hit the Patriots locker room as the team was missing four players, including three offensive linemen www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

The Patriots defense is about to get a boost for the playoffs as Robert Spillane says he's ready to return. www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Sure, he's an All-Pro returner, but have you seen Marcus Jones on defense? In coverage, he allowed 16 catches on 32 targets this season. Jones wasn’t targeted in five of the Patriots' final seven games. The reason for the production, he says, is simple: www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

After signing with the 4-win Patriots, did Stefon Diggs and Milton Williams expect this type of success? “I’m not going to lie, no, I didn’t." Now, both hope to keep it going in the playoffs www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Mike Vrabel says there's "no extra motivation" facing the Chargers after they chose Jim Harbaugh over him in 2024 www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Drake Maye just had one of the best seasons for a second-year QB in NFL history. He broke multiple Tom Brady records. He finishes leading the NFL in completion percentage and passer rating. No second-year QB has won more games. What a season for Maye www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

FINAL: Patriots 38, Dolphins 10 Patriots finish 14-3 and likely enter the playoffs as the No. 2 seed. Looks like the Chargers are next www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Dolphins call heads. It's heads. Dolphins defer.

This could be a big day for the bank account for several Patriots players who are nearing contract incentives www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Patriots inactives Marcus Bryant Caedan Wallace Tommy DeVito Harold Landry (knee) Robert Spillane (ankle) Khyiris Tonga (foot) Jared Wilson (concussion)

The bond bond between Efton Chism III and Mack Hollins is special. From 5 a.m. mornings at the facility to late nights studying the playbook, the veteran has mentored the rookie. Last weekend, Chism even scored a touchdown on the same play Hollins did. www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

After signing Kobee Minor, the Patriots finish the season with their entire 11-man draft class on the roster. www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

This offseason, Mike Vrabel met with his staff and told them what type of people he wanted on his team. The first name that Jeremy Springer thought of was Jaylinn Hawkins. That led to the Patriots giving him a contract. It worked out well www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

There's a lot to be impressed with when it comes to Drake Maye. Here's what's at the top of the list for Josh McDaniels: www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

K'Lavon Chaisson heads in the final regular season game with a career-high in sacks (6.5), quarterback hits (16), tackles for loss (9), forced fumbles (2), and starts (10). www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Drake Maye responded to people critical of the Patriots over the schedule "It’s not like we’re playing, shoot, Foxborough High School." www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

The Patriots injury report is as long as a CVS receipt www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

"Last week was still a little shaky on just trusting it. Feeling better this week." Milton Williams wants to play, but his availability on Sunday is dependent on how his ankle feels. www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

As he was falling to the ground, Will Campbell heard a pop. His first thought was "fuck." After the "miserable" experience of dealing with his first serious football injury, Campbell is happy to be back with the Patriots www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

“We’re one team. One family,” Morgan Moses said. “Our focus is always on the goals we have ahead.” Patriots players say they're focused on the right things with two teammates facing serious allegations www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

The Patriots released two players on Monday, clearing room for some big reinforcements www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Will Mack Hollins return for a deep playoff run? Here's what Mike Vrabel said: www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Hunter Henry surpassed the 700-yard mark for the first time in his 10-year NFL career. "As you get older, sometimes they think you don’t have it as much, but I feel like I’m still getting better." www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Will Campbell was told he could stay at home. Instead, he wanted to be there for his teammates and traveled with the team over the last two weeks. Now, Campbell is set to return to practice this week. That's good news for the Patriots www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

FINAL: Patriots 42, Jets 10 Drake Maye (19/21, 256 yards and 5 touchdowns) was great. The same went for Stefon Diggs. Mike Vrabel's team is riding high despite multiple injuries. www.masslive.com/patriots/202...

Drake Maye hits Efton Chism for a 10-yard touchdown. That's Chism's first NFL touchdown. Maye has a career-high 5 touchdown passes today

HALFTIME: Patriots 35, Jets 3 Domination. Should Drake Maye play in the second half? I'd argue no. Maye has a career-high 4 touchdown passes. Stefon Diggs is already over 100 yards

On fourth-and-3, Drake Maye hits Stefon Diggs for a 3-yard touchdown

Drake Maye hits Rhamondre Stevenson for a 22-yard touchdown. When do we see Josh Dobbs?

Stefon Diggs has 912 yards on the season. He's the first Patriots receiver to eclipse the 900-yard mark since Julian Edelman in 2019.

Jaylinn Hawkins has a career-high 3 interceptions this season

Drake Maye is now the third QB in Patriots franchise history to eclipse the 4,000-yard passing mark. He joins Tom Brady and Drew Bledsoe.

Rhamondre Stevenson runs in for a 1-yard touchdown. The Patriots are making this look so easy