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FILE - Tennessee Titans tight end Jonnu Smith (81) makes a touchdown catch against Baltimore Ravens cornerback Brandon Carr (39) during the first half an NFL divisional playoff football game in Baltimore, in this Saturday, Jan. 11, 2020, file photo. The Patriots have agreed to sign free agent tight end Jonnu Smith in their biggest move to date to fill the void created by the departure of Rob Gronkowski. Smith, who was selected by the Titans in the third round of the 2017 draft, agreed Monday, March 15, 2021, to a four-year, $50 million deal, his agent Drew Rosenhaus told The Associated Press. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez, FIle)
New Pats TE Jonnu Smith eyeing 'fresh start on the journey'

By Kyle Hightower Mar. 23, 2021 02:58 PM EDT

Adding to offense tops Pats' priorities entering free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 04:30 PM EST
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS (7-9) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: RB James White, C David Andrews, LG Joe Thuney, RB Rex Burkhead, QB Brian Hoyer, WR...

Pats look to end season on positive note against woeful Jets

By The Associated Press Dec. 31, 2020 12:48 PM EST
NEW YORK JETS (2-13) at NEW ENGLAND (6-9) Monday, 1 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE - Patriots by 10 ...

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton stands on the sideline in the second half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Questions about future surround Patriots after blowout loss

By Kyle Hightower Dec. 29, 2020 04:07 PM EST

Buffalo Bills defensive tackle Quinton Jefferson, right, sacks New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1) in the first half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 28, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Bills earn 1st sweep of Patriots since '99 with 38-9 win

By Kyle Hightower Dec. 28, 2020 11:20 PM EST

Bills look to put stamp on AFC East with Patriots sweep

By The Associated Press Dec. 24, 2020 01:55 PM EST
BUFFALO (11-3) at NEW ENGLAND (6-8) Monday, 8:15 p.m. ET, ESPN OPENING LINE - Bills by 4 1/2 RECORD...

And the winner in Brady-Belichick divorce is: the QB

By Jimmy Golen Dec. 21, 2020 06:19 PM EST
It’s time to declare a winner in the divorce between Bill Belichick and Tom Brady, the coach and quarterback who combined to lead the New England Patriots to...

NFL Today-Week 15

By The Associated Press Dec. 20, 2020 09:14 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Dec. 21 Pittsburgh at Cincinnati, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN — The Steelers have lost two straight...

Miami Dolphins outside linebacker Jerome Baker (55) brings down New England Patriots running back James White (28), during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Joel Auerbach)
Dolphins eliminate Patriots from playoff race with 22-12 win

By Paul Gereffi Dec. 20, 2020 04:15 PM EST

New York Jets kicker Sergio Castillo, second from right, kicks a field goal as Braden Mann (7) holds during the first half of an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in Seattle. (AP Photo/Lindsey Wasson)
Jets cut kicker Castillo after 3 missed FGs at Seattle

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 15, 2020 05:38 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1) runs off the field next to Jake Bailey (7) after a loss to the Los Angeles Rams during an NFL football game Thursday, Dec. 10, 2020, in Inglewood, Calif. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis)
With playoffs unlikely, fading Patriots have questions at QB

By Kyle Hightower Dec. 11, 2020 03:36 PM EST

Rams host Patriots in Thursday night Super Bowl rematch

By The Associated Press Dec. 09, 2020 12:59 PM EST
NEW ENGLAND (6-6) at LOS ANGELES RAMS (8-4) Thursday, 8:20 p.m. ET, Fox, NFL Network OPENING LINE - Rams by 6 1/2 ...

Los Angeles Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen (13) catches a touchdown pass against Buffalo Bills cornerback Taron Johnson (24) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Orchard Park, N.Y. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus )
Matchup of division leaders: Seahawks vs Giants. The Giants?

By Barry Wilner Dec. 03, 2020 06:54 PM EST

Rams' defense, Cardinals' offense meet in NFC West showdown

By The Associated Press Dec. 03, 2020 02:17 PM EST
LOS ANGELES RAMS (7-4) at ARIZONA (6-5) Sunday, 4:05 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Cardinals by 1 ...

New England makes first trip to Los Angeles in 28 years

By The Associated Press Dec. 03, 2020 01:45 PM EST
NEW ENGLAND (5-6) at LOS ANGELES CHARGERS (3-8) Sunday, 4:25 p.m. ET, CBS OPENING LINE - Chargers by 1 1/2 ...

Arizona Cardinals place kicker Zane Gonzalez (5) reacts with teammates after missing a field goal attempt near the end of the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Regression on offense, special teams hurting Cardinals

By David Brandt Nov. 30, 2020 04:55 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton leaves the field after an NFL football game against the against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Fueled by latest win, Patriots embracing tough road ahead

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 30, 2020 03:16 PM EST

NFL Today, Week 12

By The Associated Press Nov. 29, 2020 09:04 PM EST
SCOREBOARD Monday, Nov. 30 Seattle Seahawks at Philadelphia Eagles, 8:15 p.m. EST, ESPN — Russell Wilson looks to...

New England Patriots cornerback Jason McCourty, rear, tackles Arizona Cardinals wide receiver KeeSean Johnson short of the goal line near the end fo the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Charles Krupa)
Patriots' goal-line stand proves key win over Cardinals

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 29, 2020 07:32 PM EST

Arizona Cardinals linebacker Jordan Hicks, left, hits the arm of New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1) causing an errant pass and an interception in the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Pats keep playoff hopes alive with 20-17 win over Cardinals

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 29, 2020 04:40 PM EST