Rex Burkhead's projected return should give boost to Patriots
If Rex Burkhead and Rob Gronkowski are back and healthy in early December, the Patriots could be ready to kick their offense into another gear.
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2018 Schedule
7-3, 1st in AFC East
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- 8/16W 37-20
- 8/24L 25-14
- 8/30W 17-12
- 9/9W 27-20
- 9/16L 31-20
- 9/23L 26-10
- 9/30W 38-7
- 10/4W 38-24
- 10/14W 43-40
- 10/21W 38-31
- 10/29W 25-6
- 11/4W 31-17
- 11/11L 34-10
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Sources: Patriots expect Gronk return after bye
Rob Gronkowski showed improvement leading into the bye week, and the Patriots expect their star tight end to return to the field next week against the Jets.
Stephen Gostkowski among Patriots players pursuing MBAs
The kicker and two of his teammates are taking advantage of the NFLPA reimbursing tuition fees as players look to set up post-playing careers.
Stephen A. has no patience for talk of Brady's decline (1:47)
Tom Brady eager to get a healthy Gronk back in the huddle
It would be a surprise if the tight end doesn't return after the Patriots' bye, and even though his numbers are down, he'll be a welcomed addition.
8 innovative college plays -- all TDs -- NFL teams should steal
West Virginia's sneaky tweak off the jet sweep. Alabama's double play-action and bomb. Hey, NFL teams: Put these in your playbook.
How can Pats keep Gronk healthy? (1:38)
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Tom Brady, after seeing "Hamilton" on Tuesday night, says: "I love Hamilton. It's my third time seeing it. It's a great show. Anyone who is here should go see it. It was great in New York and it was really good last night. I loved it.”
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
The Patriots have signed veteran free-agent LB Ramon Humber, who is at practice today wearing No. 50. Humber, 31, has carved out a niche in the NFL as a top special-teams player and was with the Patriots in the 2016 offseason. Improving special-teams coverage is a top priority for the Patriots as they evaluate the team at the bye week.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Bill Belichick had players in full pads for the lone practice of the bye week. It is cold and windy in Foxborough, as the skinny goalposts are tilted as a result of the gusts. The music was turned up noticeably louder than the norm, which could have been a message for those on the field to bring their energy.
Big second half? Patriots' remaining schedule ranked second easiest
With Gronk returning to a team that's getting healthy at the right time, New England should be in good shape to finish the season strong.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
After practice Wednesday, Patriots players will be off Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday for the bye week, before returning Monday for meetings. Bill Belichick said rest is one of the more important parts of the bye.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
The Patriots have activated rookie CB Duke Dawson off injured reserve to their 53-man roster, a source tells ESPN's Field Yates. To make room for Dawson, the team has released RB Kenjon Barner and LB Nicholas Grigsby. The release of Grigsby, a core special teamer, seems to be reflective of Bill Belichick placing an emphasis on improving coverage units. Belichick called kickoff coverage "an issue" earlier in the day.
Tom Brady recognizes need to spread ball around more
The Pats quarterback wants to diversify his attack instead of keying on Julian Edelman and Josh Gordon too often, and the return of Gronk will help.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Tom Brady was asked in his weekly Westwood One interview if he believes his play has slipped from last year. "Everything is different from one year to the next. I think you keep working at it in the same way, and those things haven't changed for me. I'm sure some of my statistics have changed, but I feel good out there. Do I want to play better? I absolutely want to play better. I want to play as best as I possibly can for my team. .... Certainly [Sunday] was not a great performance."
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Patriots WR Julian Edelman's ankle injury is not considered serious and he's not expected miss much, if any, time, a source tells ESPN's Adam Schefter. Edelman will be monitored, but the outlook appears positive for now.
Former Pats assistants, players pose new challenge for Bill Belichick
New England's worst performances of the season were road losses against familiar faces -- and this might not be the last the Patriots see of them.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Patriots offensive snaps: Chris Hogan's 54 snaps as the No. 3 WR, coupled with his lack of targets(1)/catches (0), stands out. This was a 3-wide game with little distribution to targets other than Josh Gordon (12 targets/4 catches) and Julian Edelman (12 targets/9 catches).
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Patriots defensive snaps: Limited workload for designated pass-rusher Adrian Clayborn (8) shows how D didn't get Titans into favorable situations.
Mike Reiss ESPN Staff Writer
Stephon Gilmore, who appeared to be battling a cold, acknowledged after Sunday's game that it wasn't his best. Of Titans receiver Corey Davis (7 catches, 125 yards, TD), he said, "He just had a better day today. ... I could have won that matchup a little bit more, but he made some plays. I have to give my hats off to them."
Overreacting to NFL Week 10: Mitchell Trubisky is this year's Jared Goff?
Is the Chicago QB's sophomore leap just as impressive as Goff's stellar second season? We take on Week 10's biggest questions.
Fan in critical condition after fall at Titans game
An adult fan is in critical condition after falling from a seating area in the lower bowl during the Tennessee Titans' game against the New England Patriots on Sunday, police in Nashville said.
Watch: Marcus Mariota one-ups Tom Brady on trick play
Both quarterbacks caught passes. Brady tripped himself and fell short of the first down. Mariota and the Titans got a 21-yard gain.
Titans' Lewis calls beating 'cheap' Pats 'personal'
After his 68 total yards of offense helped Tennessee thrash his old team, former New England running back Dion Lewis didn't hold back with his comments about beating the Patriots.
Patriots hopes for top playoff seed hurt by blowout loss to Titans
Having entered on a six-game winning streak, the Patriots fall to 7-3, while the Kansas City Chiefs improved to 9-1.
2018 AFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New England | 7 | 3 | 0 | .700 | 280 | 236 |
| Miami | 5 | 5 | 0 | .500 | 199 | 256 |
| Buffalo | 3 | 7 | 0 | .300 | 137 | 251 |
| New York | 3 | 7 | 0 | .300 | 208 | 254 |
2018 Team Leaders
- Offense
- Defense
Passing Yards
Rushing Yards
Receiving Yards
Tackles
Sacks
Interceptions
Team Stats
Passing Yards268.7
Rushing Yards108.5
Points For28.0
Points Against23.6
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2018 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(23) | Isaiah Wynn | OG | Georgia |
| 1(31) | Sony Michel | RB | Georgia |
| 2(24) | Duke Dawson | CB | Florida |
| 5(6) | Ja'Whaun Bentley | ILB | Purdue |
| 6(4) | Christian Sam | OLB | Arizona State |
| 6(36) | Braxton Berrios | WR | Miami (FL) |
| 7(1) | Danny Etling | QB | LSU |
| 7(25) | Keion Crossen | CB | Western Carolina |
| 7(32) | Ryan Izzo | TE | Florida State |
