Slater to play in 2020, hopes it's still for Patriots
Longtime Patriots captain Matthew Slater said he has decided he'll continue to play in 2020 and that he hopes he's able to continue to do so for New England.
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12-4, 1st in AFC East
Kellerman: Patriots made a mistake trading Garoppolo (2:06)
Devin McCourty plans to play in 2020; will it be for the Patriots?
The durable safety, a pending free agent, has been an invaluable leader on and off the field for New England, which has some big decisions looming.
Source: Bielema joining Judge's staff with Giants
Bret Bielema, who has spent the past two seasons as an assistant under Patriots coach Bill Belichick following head coaching stints at Arkansas and Wisconsin, is joining the Giants staff under Joe Judge, a source told ESPN.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
The Patriots will have a void to fill at defensive line coach, as Bret Bielema is departing to join Joe Judge's staff with the Giants, a source confirms to ESPN. Bielema, the former Arkansas and Wisconsin head coach, spent the last two seasons with the Patriots. Director of skill development Joe Kim also worked closely with the d-line, and his continued presence would help in any transition.
Sources: Edelman had surgery to repair shoulder
Julian Edelman underwent shoulder surgery and is expected to be ready for the start of the Patriots' offseason program, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Vinnie Sunseri, who was a graduate assistant for Alabama this past season, is joining the Patriots in a support-staff role, according to AL.com. Sunseri is not a stranger to the Patriots, as he had signed with them in July of 2016 and spent training camp with the team. He later returned briefly on the team's practice squad. Developing young coaches/scouts is critical for teams, and now Sunseri joins the New England pipeline.
Joe Namath can't imagine Tom Brady doing what he did 43 years ago
The legendary Jets quarterback who finished his career with the Rams says he cannot see the six-time Super Bowl champ playing for a new team.
Re-drafting the first two rounds of the 2019 NFL draft: New picks for 1-64
Six receivers and three quarterbacks in Round 1 ... but no Dwayne Haskins. We gave all 32 teams a do-over for last year's draft.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
From the "on to 2020" department: Senior Bowl practices begin Tuesday and I'm told one Patriots-specific change from many recent years is that some members of the coaching staff are scheduled to be there. This is one of the trickle-down effects of a rare, early playoff exit.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
The Patriots finished third in Rick Gosselin's annual special teams rankings. When assessing special teams in the past, Bill Belichick has cited the rankings as a measure he respects. The Patriots have been ranked in the top 10 in 14 of Belichick's 20 seasons.
Stephen A.: Brady should go play for the Titans (2:04)
Brady 'open-minded' about playing elsewhere
"I'm open-minded about the process," Tom Brady said of his upcoming free agency. "...Whatever the future may bring, I'll embrace it with open arms."
David Andrews has vested interest in success of Ben Jones, Titans
The New England captain will be cheering on his longtime friend and fellow center, who helped pave Andrews' path to Georgia and the NFL.
Pats QB Stidham not focused on Brady's future
Despite being the player likely most affected by Tom Brady's upcoming decision in free agency, backup Jarrett Stidham said he's just focused on getting better.
Pats CB McCourty recovering from groin surgery
Patriots cornerback Jason McCourty, who played eight snaps in the final seven games due to a groin injury, said Friday that he had offseason surgery on the groin.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Patriots CB Jason McCourty said on his "Double Coverage" podcast that he is recovering from offseason groin surgery. McCourty had played 49 snaps against the Eagles on Nov. 17, and then was limited to just eight total snaps over the final seven games.
30 trades that shaped the NFL season: Barnwell ranks from worst to first
Ryan Tannehill turned around a franchise, and a few other former Dolphins have shaken up the league. These are the trades that shaped the season.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Patriots LB Dont'a Hightower, who was voted to his second Pro Bowl this season, will not play in the game (medical). The Bills announced today that LB Tremaine Edmunds is taking Hightower's spot.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Patriots director of college scouting Monti Ossenfort is scheduled to interview for the open general manager position with the Browns on Friday, a source confirms. Ossenfort just completed his 18th NFL season (15 spent in New England) and this isn't the first time he's been considered for a GM job in recent years, as the Texans previously had requested to interview him. Ossenfort is right behind director of player personnel Nick Caserio in the Patriots' personnel hierarchy.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
The Patriots had Canadian Football League CB Tre Roberson (Calgary) in for a free-agent workout. Roberson, who played quarterback in college at Illinois State, initially had signed with the Vikings as an undrafted free agent in 2016. He's been with Calgary the last two seasons.
NFL players considering retirement in the 2020 offseason: 16 who could walk away
Which players have publicly mulled whether to play football in 2020? Drew Brees, Tom Brady and Greg Olsen lead the list.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
In the annual Professional Football Writers of America vote, Patriots CB Stephon Gilmore was named Defensive Player of the Year. Gilmore played in all 16 games, with 6 INTs (two returned for TDs), 20 pass-breakups, and 53 tackles. He is the first cornerback to win the award since Charles Woodson in 2009.
Patriots' Joe Thuney could command monster contract in free agency
The durable guard could be out of New England's price range, which would be a big loss for a unit that was inconsistent at times this season.
The highest-graded NFL players: Top overall, plus surprises and best rookies
Pro Football Focus gives us its top grades at every position for veterans and rookies, along with a few surprises.
2019 AFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England | 12 | 4 | 0 | .750 | 420 | 225 |
| Buffalo | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 314 | 259 |
| New York | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 276 | 359 |
| Miami | 5 | 11 | 0 | .313 | 306 | 494 |
2019 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards247.68th
Rushing Yards106.418th
Points For26.17th
Points Against14.1