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Can Reggie Wayne Still Be A Productive WR? Recent History Says No

August 25, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Reggie Wayne has been a prolific WR for 14 years for the Indianapolis Colts. Now he's shooting for one more NFL season with the Patriots and Tom Brady

Resetting the Patriots Wide Receiver Depth

August 27, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots wide receivers haven't been healthy this summer, with the regular season just around the corner, health concerns still plague the unit.

Five Things to Watch For in the Patriots

August 28, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

With a tune-up for the regular season, the Patriots and Panthers should play their starters for the first half at least as they prep for the 2015 opener

Quick Observations in Patriots comeback win over the Panthers

August 28, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots had another come-from-behind win in their third preseason game as Stephen Gostkowski boomed a 53-yard field goal with six minutes to go.

New England Patriots News 8-30, Brady and Chandler Energize Offense

August 30, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Tom Brady hasn't had most of his weapons in the passing game this preseason. He and Scott Chandler showed 2015 is approaching and the offense is just fine

Belichick: Patriots taking a hard look at roster cuts

August 31, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots have some difficult cuts coming by tomorrow. Head coach Bill Belichick stated that some of those cuts may come as early as today.

Patriots: No Distractions Here, Garoppolo Preps a Day at a Time

September 02, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Jimmy Garoppolo is becoming more accustomed to being in the glare of the media spotlight and is keeping his focus on this week against the Giants only.

Patriots Front Seven Rounding Into Form, Belichick Cites Versatility

September 02, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Bill Belichick yesterday spoke to the media about the play of the edge players and cited their versatility, each bringing different skill sets to the table

Four Things to Watch For, Patriots - Giants Final Preseason Game

September 03, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

This final preseason game between the Patriots and Giants will give players on the roster bubble one final opportunity to make the team.

Three Up, Three Down For the Patriots in their Final Preseason Game

September 04, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots Rufus Johnson was impressive on Thursday, the 2nd year player has had an good summer. He'll be a tough cut if the team can't find him a spot

Patriots Release 10, Add CB Justin Coleman With Cut-Down Looming

September 05, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots released 10 players on Friday with LB James Morris being the only true surprise. The team also signed CB Justin Coleman who was waived by Minn.

Patriots Release 11 Players, Reach Initial 53-Man Roster

September 05, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots released 11 players plus placed WR Brandon LaFell on PUP which brings them to their initial 53-man roster. Expect plenty of changes to come

New England Patriots News 9-6 and Notes Around the AFC East

September 06, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Brady case showed a fatal flaw in the NFL's "independent" investigative process. Too much power rests with the commissioner who abused it in this case

Lewis, Flowers Are the Surprise Patriots to Watch in 2015

September 07, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Dion Lewis and Trey Flowers won't be the biggest names on the Patriots in 2015, but they have the ability to become key cogs in the team's success this year

Patriots 2015 Opponents, Five First Impressions of the Steelers

September 07, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots and Steelers will kick off the 2015 NFL season with a primetime Thursday night game. Pittsburgh boasts one of the league's most potent offenses

Patriots Offense Goes Thru Rob Gronkowski, Jammed or Not

September 08, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Steelers have already publicly stated their defensive gameplan on Thursday night was to jam Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski. It may be easier said than done

Patriots - Steelers, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

September 09, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Who gets the nod on offense, defense and special teams in the Patriots - Steelers game on Thursday night? Read on and check it out.

Players to Watch, Patriots

September 10, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Three players from each team to watch in Thursday's NFL opener in the Patriots - Steelers game should provide a good glimpse on how this one turns out

Brady, Gronkowski Sharp As Patriots Down the Steelers 28-21 in Opener

September 11, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski set the tone early in the Patriots opening night 28-21 win over the Steelers. Brady threw 4 TDs and Gronk caught 3 of them

New England Patriots News 9-13 and AFC East Notes

September 13, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Bill Belichick has put all of the Patriots critics on notice, he's not going to take the cheating accusations in the news every time they beat an opponent.

Patriots Offense Adds a 4 Tight End Wrinkle, All-22 Look

September 14, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots used not two, nor three but four TEs in certain packages against the Steelers. With Gronkowski and Chandler, it will be a formation to watch

Patriots 2015 Opponents, Five First Impressions of the Bills

September 15, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots travel to Buffalo to take on a rejuvenated Bills team that Rex Ryan has put his stamp on already. The Bills thumped the Colts 27-14 last week

Beating Rex Ryan's Defense Always a Tough Challenge, All-22 Look

September 16, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

Facing a Rex Ryan defense is always a daunting challenge and going to Buffalo this week will be no exception. Here's how Ryan may try to stop the NE offense

Patriots - Bills, Who Has the Razor's Edge? Key Matchups

September 17, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots and Bills meet for the 111th time in Buffalo on Sunday. The divisional rivalry was given a boost with the arrival of Rex Ryan in 2015 w/Buffalo

Three Keys to Victory, Patriots - Bills

September 18, 2015 | Steve Balestrieri

The Patriots will be looking to go 2-0 by beating the Bills on the road. They'll look to start quickly and put pressure on the Buffalo offense to keep pace.

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