Chase Winovich
FILE - New England Patriots offensive lineman Cole Strange (50) takes part in drills with offensive lineman Trent Brown, left, at the NFL football team's practice facility in Foxborough, Mass., on May 23, 2022. After a seven-game win streak late in 2021, the Patriots saw a quick end to their season in the wild-card round. They addressed some holes at receiver and on the offensive line this offseason, but the unit as a whole will be undergoing a transition after former offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels left to coach Las Vegas. Defense is also in the spotlight entering training camp as the Patriots look to replace cornerback J.C. Jackson, who left in free agency. (AP Photo/Steven Senne, File)
O-line, secondary in spotlight as Patriots enter camp

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 12:12 PM EDT

FILE - Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson speaks during a news conference after an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Chargers, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Carson, Calif. The Houston Texans had been told that their former quarterback Deshaun Watson was sexually assaulting and harassing women during massage sessions, but instead of trying to stop him, the team provided him with resources to enable his actions and “turned a blind eye” to his behavior, according to a lawsuit filed Monday, June 27, 2022. Watson, who was later traded to the Cleveland Browns, has denied any wrongdoing and vowed to clear his name. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill, File)
Browns head to camp unsure of Deshaun Watson's availability

By The Associated Press Jul. 15, 2022 11:12 AM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney walks off the field after an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Nov. 7, 2021, in Cincinnati. Free agent Clowney has agreed to re-sign with the Browns, a person familiar with the deal told the Associated Press on Sunday, May 22, 2022. Clowney will sign one-year contract, according to the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because the team has not announced the agreement. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn, File)
AP source: Clowney re-signing with Browns for 2022 season

By Tom Withers May. 22, 2022 01:42 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns new quarterback Deshaun Watson speaks during a news conference at the NFL football team's training facility, Friday, March 25, 2022, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Watson's arrival has Browns eyeing help in draft for new QB

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 01:13 PM EDT

FILE - New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick calls to his players during the first half of an NFL football game against the Jacksonville Jaguars, Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. Belichick will turn to the draft to bolster a roster that still needs a youth injection at linebacker, offensive line, receiver and cornerback. (AP Photo/Paul Connors, File)
Frugal Patriots look to use draft to get faster at LB, WR

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2022 12:07 PM EDT

FILE - New England Patriots offensive lineman Ted Karras blocks during the first half of an NFL football game against the Buffalo Bills in Orchard Park, N.Y., Monday, Dec. 6, 2021. Karras has agreed to a free agent contract with the Cincinnati Bengals. (AP Photo/Adrian Kraus, File)
Patriots add DB Mitchell, but still have areas to address

By Kyle Hightower Mar. 16, 2022 07:58 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns tight end Austin Hooper (81) tries to break a tackle by Detroit Lions safety Will Harris (25) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. Cleveland plans to release tight end Austin Hooper, said a person who spoke on condition of anonymity because teams can’t make free agency signings or other moves until the new NFL league year begins at 4 p.m.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns await QB Watson's decision, sign more free agents

By Tom Withers Mar. 16, 2022 12:28 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns center JC Tretter plays against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL football game Sept. 19, 2021, in Cleveland. Tretter has been re-elected for a second term as president of the NFL Players Association. The union announced Tretter's unanimous re-election on Friday, March 11, 2022. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
AP source: Browns make pitch to QB Watson, Mayfield reacts

By Tom Withers Mar. 15, 2022 10:57 AM EDT

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

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan (2) is sacked by Dallas Cowboys defensive end Dorance Armstrong (92) in the first half of an NFL football game in Arlington, Texas, Sunday, Nov. 14, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Jenkins)
Streaking Patriots look for 5th straight win vs Falcons

By The Associated Press Nov. 17, 2021 02:23 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

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. warms up before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Thursday, Oct. 21, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Denver Broncos at Cleveland Browns 10/21/2021

Oct. 21, 2021 07:03 PM EDT

Pats promote Bryant to active roster, place Winovich on IR

Oct. 19, 2021 06:13 PM EDT
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — The Patriots promoted defensive back Myles Bryant from the practice squad to the 53-man roster on Tuesday and placed linebacker Chase...

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones (10) throws while pressured by Dallas Cowboys cornerback Jourdan Lewis (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Secondary issues on display in Patriots' OT loss to Cowboys

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 18, 2021 03:34 PM EDT

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott (4) throws a pass during the first half of an NFL football game against the New England Patriots, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
Prescott TD pass lifts Cowboys to 35-29 OT win over Pats

By Kyle Hightower Oct. 17, 2021 08:19 PM EDT

Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth (88) kneels on the sideline as Seattle Seahawks defensive end Darrell Taylor (52), unseen, is tended after being injured during the second half an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Don Wright)
Seattle's Darrell Taylor taken to hospital after scary hit

By The Associated Press Oct. 17, 2021 06:28 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
NFL Today, Week 5

By The Associated Press Oct. 10, 2021 09:50 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills throws a pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Patriots use late field goal to get 25-22 win over Texans

By Kristie Rieken Oct. 10, 2021 04:25 PM EDT

Houston Texans quarterback Davis Mills throws a pass against the New England Patriots during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
New England Patriots at Houston Texans 10/10/2021

Oct. 10, 2021 01:13 PM EDT

Melissa Zaske, left, of Vancouver, wears Tom Brady's current Tampa Bay Buccaneers jersey while walking with her husband Derek, who wears Tom Brady's old New England Patriots jersey, 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)
Tampa Bay Buccaneers at New England Patriots 10/3/2021

Oct. 03, 2021 05:21 PM EDT