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TEAM TALK
- Erik Scalavino thinks that a fast start is the key for the Patriots to beating the Chiefs on Sunday.
- Angelique Fiske reports that Rob Gronkowski decorated cakes with pediatric cancer patients.
- Paul Perillo shares the Patriots’ presser points from Wednesday.
- The PFW in Progress crew discusses New England’s upcoming game against Kansas City. (2:01:18 video)
- Press conferences: Rob Gronkowski (7:35 video), Bill Belichick (16:40 video)
LOCAL LINKS
- Mike Reiss (ESPN Boston) believes that it’s Sony Michel’s time to shine.
- Karen Guregian (Boston Herald) thinks that Rob Gronkowski vs. Travis Kelce is a dream matchup.
- Zack Cox (NESN) reveals how the Patriots defense is preparing for the Chiefs offense.
- Doug Kyed (NESN) thinks that the Patriots would be smart to heavily use Sony Michel against Kansas City.
- Henry McKenna (Patriots Wire) sees Sony Michel’s role only getting bigger in the future.
- Ben Volin (Boston Globe) reports that the Patriots defense is focusing on stopping the big play this week.
- Mark Daniels (Providence Journal) spoke with Sony Michel about what lies ahead for him and the team.
- Phil Perry (NBC Boston) asks which tight end is better: Rob Gronkowski or Travis Kelce?
- Zack Cox (NESN) reports that Brian Hoyer is having a blast simulating Patrick Mahomes in practice.
- Jeff Howe (The Athletic Boston) analyzes what we can learn from how the Patriots have used Josh Gordon so far.
- Mike Reiss (ESPN Boston) notes that Rob Gronkowski thinks that Travis Kelce is a “great player”.
- Jared Talbot, Ethan Roy, David Albiani, Hal Bent (Full Press Coverage) discuss New England’s upcoming game against the Chiefs.
- Doug Kyed (NESN) feels that the Patriots are happy to have Julian Edelman back.
- Miguel Benzan (Boston Sports Journal) takes a look at an unusual Patriots salary cap situation.
- Karen Guregian (Boston Herald) hears from Rob Gronkowski, who is confident that New England’s fans will find a way to watch both the Patriots and the Red Sox on Sunday.
- Darren Hartwell (NESN) shares what James White is teaching Sony Michel.
- Christopher Price (Boston Sports Journal) sees the Patriots relying on a familiar formula to stop the Chiefs.
- Darren Hartwell (NESN) writes that Rob Gronkowski is hooked on Tom Brady’s crazy diet.
- Jordy McElroy (Patriots Wire) thinks that Sony Michel could be a surprise candidate for offensive rookie of the year.
- Phil Perry (NBC Boston) takes a look at the upcoming fantasy football matchup between the Patriots and the Chiefs.
- Zack Cox (NESN) notes that Patrick Mahomes learned from Tom Brady.
- Caitlyn Allen (Full Press Coverage) lists Patriots who are either trending up or down ahead of Sunday’s game.
NATIONAL NEWS
- Adam Stites (SB Nation) tells his readers that grumpy Bill Belichick shouldn’t distract from being hyped about Sunday’s game.
- Michael David Smith (Pro Football Talk) reports that a Chiefs wide receiver has to play safety in practice due to the team’s injuries in the secondary.
- Britini De La Cretaz (The Ringer) wonders where all the women are in play-by-play broadcasting.
- Bill Barnwell (ESPN) compiles 11 trade ideas that make sense for both teams.
- David Fucillo (SB Nation) shares his week six picks.
- Chris Wesseling (NFL.com) takes a look at 10 trade candidates in the NFL.
- Tom Pelissero (NFL.com) reports what the head of the NFL’s referee union has to say about criticism.
- Riley McAtee (The Ringer) asks who the NFL’s next passing yards king will be.
- Andy Benoit (Sports Illustrated) offers the good, the bad and the season outlook for the NFL’s rookie quarterbacks.
- Michael David Smith (Pro Football Talk) reports that the NFL’s TV ratings continue their upwards climb.
- Natalie Weiner (SB Nation) spoke with NFL pass rushers who think that the new roles make greatness impossible.
- Maurice Jones-Drew (NFL.com) analyzes the teams best built for success on 4th and 1.
- Danny Kelly (The Ringer) takes a look at which early-season fantasy trends can be trusted.
- Mike Florio and Michael David Smith (Pro Football Talk) share their week six picks.