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Miami Dolphins head coach Brian Flores directs his team during the second half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)
NFL executives want, expect more Black coaches to be hired

By Rob Maaddi Jan. 15, 2022 12:13 AM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) looks to pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Willfredo Lee)
Patriots fully behind rookie QB Jones heading into playoffs

By Kyle Hightower Jan. 12, 2022 06:06 PM EST

Minnesota Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen (19) tries to break a tackle by Los Angeles Rams free safety Taylor Rapp (24) after catching a pass during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 26, 2021, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Bruce Kluckhohn)
Vikings players look forward to new atmosphere, culture

By Dave Campbell Jan. 11, 2022 06:54 PM EST

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick looks on during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Patriots looking to turn page quickly heading into playoffs

By Kyle Hightower Jan. 10, 2022 04:20 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) throws a pass during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Dec.15, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Patriots can regain AFC East throne in rematch vs. Bills

By Kyle Hightower Dec. 23, 2021 06:51 PM EST

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor (28) run against the Houston Texans during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Colts seeking to get upper hand in rivalry with Patriots

By Michael Marot Dec. 16, 2021 02:11 PM EST

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) delivers a pass during an NFL football practice, Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Patriots, Colts renew rivalry in possible playoff preview

By The Associated Press Dec. 16, 2021 11:42 AM EST

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Carson Wentz (2) is tripped up on a run against the Houston Texans during an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 5, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Colts begin renewed playoff push following late bye week

By Michael Marot Dec. 13, 2021 05:04 PM EST

FILE - Denver Broncos wide receiver Demaryius Thomas (88) catches a pass as he is defended by Tennessee Titans cornerback Jason McCourty (30) during the second half of an NFL football game Dec. 11, 2016, in Nashville, Tenn. Thomas, who eared five straight Pro Bowls and a Super Bowl ring during a prolific receiving career spent mostly with the Broncos, has died at the age of 33. Thomas was found dead in his suburban Atlanta home Thursday night, Dec. 9, 2021, said Officer Tim Lupo, public information officer for the police department in Roswell, Ga. (AP Photo/James Kenney, File)
Demaryius Thomas remembered by players for generous nature

By Pat Graham Dec. 10, 2021 06:38 PM EST

FILE - New England Patriots' Jonnu Smith runs against the New York Jets during an NFL football game at Gillette Stadium, Sunday, Oct. 24, 2021 in Foxborough, Mass. Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith wasn’t disgruntled when he left Tennessee in free agency after four seasons this past offseason. He was simply looking for a place to in his words, “start a new chapter” and make “a fresh start on the journey.” But as the resurgent Patriots (7-4) prepare to host his former team, Smith is still looking for his first signature game in New England, having notched just one touchdown through 10 games. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson, File)
Smith still finding footing with Pats with former team next

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 23, 2021 04:28 PM EST

New England Patriots cornerback J.C. Jackson celebrates after an interception in the end zone during the second half of an NFL football game against the Carolina Panthers Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)
After slow start, Patriots set for playoff push in 2nd half

By Kyle Hightower Nov. 08, 2021 04:09 PM EST

New York Jets quarterback Zach Wilson looks to pass on th run during the first half of an NFL football game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in East Rutherford. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Rookie QBs getting crash course in up-and-down life of NFL

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Oct. 08, 2021 04:26 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) points toward the sidelines prior to an NFL football game between the New England Patriots and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Brady adds Belichick to list of coaching victims

By Jimmy Golen Oct. 04, 2021 01:07 AM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass while pressured by New England Patriots defensive end Chase Winovich (50) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Brady gets win, passing yards record in return to Gillette

By Barry Wilner Oct. 03, 2021 07:01 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) walks with teammate prior to an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Sept. 12, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)
Patriots rookie Jones throws 1st TD but 'wasn't good enough'

By Jimmy Golen Sep. 12, 2021 08:51 PM EDT

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick watches his players during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the New York Giants Sunday, Aug. 29, 2021, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Rookie QB Mac Jones ushers in new era for revamped Patriots

By Kyle Hightower Sep. 01, 2021 05:42 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton steps on the field at the start of a joint NFL football practice with the New York Giants, Thursday, Aug. 26, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Barkley, Newton back as Giants, Pats wrap up joint practices

By Kyle Hightower Aug. 26, 2021 03:17 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones watches during an NFL football practice, Thursday, Aug. 5, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
From 6 a.m. texts to criticism, Pats' Jones taking it all in

By Kyle Hightower Aug. 05, 2021 04:22 PM EDT

New England Patriots wide receiver N'Keal Harry speaks to media after an NFL football practice, Friday, July 30, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Elise Amendola)
Newton, Jones embracing budding friendship and competition

By Kyle Hightower Jul. 30, 2021 03:21 PM EDT

New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton (1) waves his arms while warming up near wide receiver Marvin Hall (14) during an NFL football minicamp practice, Tuesday, June 15, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Steven Senne)
Patriots' Newton knows he has much to prove this season

By Kyle Hightower Jun. 15, 2021 05:26 PM EDT