Patriots VP of player personnel Ryan Cowden was asked that question Tuesday. Both Cowden and Eliot Wolf, the team’s executive VP of player personnel, say it’s not as easy as some people may think to pull off a deal.

The Patriots recently raised Kyle Dugger’s name in talks with at least one team, while the front office has long been willing to take offers on him and Anfernee Jennings, sources said.

The New York Giants delivered massive news for three injured players returning to practice. Offensive tackle Andrew Thomas, wide receiver Malik Nabers, and running back Cam Skattebo will return to practice after missing time.

Mike Vrabel & the defensive coaches are hoping the arrival of Harold Landry, Milton Williams, Khyiris Tonga, K’Lavon Chaisson, along with the anticipated emergence of Keion White, will allow the Patriots to do a better job getting to the quarterback this season.

Undrafted rookie Elijah Ponder is “probably one of the best (undrafted) free agent pickups” Smith said he’s ever seen, noting Tuesday the Cal Poly alum at times looks like a seasoned vet.

Kyle Dugger, Javon Baker and Anfernee Jennings are some of the Patriots who need to impress Thursday night in New York.

It’s been assumed that Joshua Dobbs would serve as Drake Maye‘s primary backup in 2025, but the veteran quarterback may not have a roster spot secure. According to Ben Volin of the Boston Globe, Dobbs is not a “lock” to make the Patriots roster.

The New England Patriots and the Minnesota Vikings face off in Week 2 of the NFL preseason today. Here's where to watch and start time.

Second-year quarterback Drake Maye and rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson were in action for the first two drives of the team's preseason matchup against the Minnesota Vikings. The opening drive ended in a punt, but the second drive saw Henderson reach the end zone.

While New England was understandably doing its due diligence, it doesn’t sound like they’re close to acquiring the star pass rusher.