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As Malcolm Butler retires, Bill Belichick reflects on Patriots All-Decade selection’s ‘great story’
The Cardinals placed Malcolm Butler on the retired list at the 53-man deadline.
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Around the League
Ex-Patriots running back Dion Lewis reportedly retires from the NFL
Lewis spent three seasons in New England.
NFL will keep its 2020 injured reserve rules for another season
The Patriots will be able to bring unlimited players back from IR this year again.
Former Patriots wideout Chris Hogan returning to NFL with Saints
Chris Hogan declared for the Premiere Lacrosse League entry draft in February.
Report: Texans willing to listen to trade offers for quarterback Deshaun Watson
Houston’s starting quarterback could be on the move.
Veteran linebacker John Simon joins Titans after three seasons with Patriots
John Simon appeared in 47 games for New England, including playoffs.
Dr. Anthony Fauci: NFL ‘sending a very strong signal’ with new Covid-19 protocols
The nation’s leading immunologist shared his thoughts on the league’s updated guidelines.
Matthew Judon criticizes NFLPA after new Covid-19 protocols are announced
The high-prized free agency acquisition is apparently not happy with the players union.
NFL’s new Covid-19 protocols send a clear message: Get vaccinated, or fear the consequences
The league is not messing around.
The Patriots’ game against the Saints has just gotten a bit easier
New Orleans will miss its best defensive lineman because of a suspension.
NFL announces key dates for the 2021 season
The league has announced the most important dates on its 2021 calendar.
With two weeks until training camp, eight NFL teams above Covid-19 vaccination threshold
The league is making some steady progress in getting its players vaccinated.
Dallas Cowboys to be featured on ‘Hard Knocks’ this summer
America will get to watch "America’s Team" this year.
NFL rule change clears the way for Patriots throwback jerseys, finally
....most likely in 2023 or later, but nonetheless!
NFL looking to move Combine, but don’t count on it coming to New England
The league has started a bidding process for the event.
Ex-Patriot Nate Ebner forced to end bid for spot on U.S. Olympic rugby team
The long-time Patriots special teamer will not participate in his second Olympics.
Why you won’t find Bill Belichick in the Madden NFL franchise
New England’s head coach is not part of the game. Find out why.
Vaccinated players will have a much easier life this summer, per the NFL’s new Covid-19 rules
The league has updated its guidelines for training camp and preseason.
Offensive lineman Jermaine Eluemunor joins Dolphins after two seasons with Patriots
Jermaine Eluemunor became an unrestricted free agent in March.
Patriots seem like a strong candidate to open the International Series in Germany
With the league considering expanding its International Series starting in 2022, New England could be among the first teams to travel.
NFL eyeing Germany as the next country for its International Series
The league has had Germany on its radar for quite some time now.
Falcons trading All-Pro receiver Julio Jones to Titans
Julio Jones appeared in nine games during his final season with Atlanta.
Former Patriots running back Rex Burkhead reportedly reaches deal with Texans
Rex Burkhead underwent knee surgery in December.
The Patriots’ roster cutdowns will look different this year
Cutdowns will take place in a progression ahead of the regular season.
NFL sets 2022 salary cap ceiling at $208.2 million
The league and the players union agreed to potentially increase the spending room next year.
NFL expects full capacity at all stadiums this fall, including the Patriots’
Despite the Covid-19 pandemic, the league is optimistic.
Cam Newton ranked as the sixth worst starting quarterback in the NFL
The Patriots’ incumbent starter is not rated highly by former NFL quarterback Bruce Gradkowski.
Veteran wide receiver Marqise Lee lands with 49ers following Patriots release
The Patriots had signed Marqise Lee to a one-year deal in 2020.
Patriots go Home Shopping Network style in 2021 schedule release video
New England released its schedule on Wednesday night.
2021 Patriots schedule set: New England returns to primetime in Week 4 against Buccaneers
Wednesday marked the release of New England’s 17-game slate.
NFL schedule release: Patriots leaks, news and rumors tracker
The league will release its schedule on Wednesday, but the leaks have already begun.
Patriots rumored to host Tom Brady, Buccaneers in Week 4
It looks like the GOAT will return to Foxboro in early October.
Patriots to open 2021 season at home against Miami
For the second year in a row, the Dolphins will travel to Foxboro on opening day.
Patriots ranked second on list of most valuable NFL teams
Related: Robert Kraft wanted the Patriots to solidify their quarterback position. Enter Mac Jones.
Former Patriots quarterback Tim Tebow is back in the NFL
Meet Tim Tebow, tight end.
Sunday Patriots Notes: New England can take a patient approach with its rookie class
Related: Will Rhamondre Stevenson be LeGarrette Blount 2.0 for the Patriots?
Sunday Patriots Notes: How will New England replace Ernie Adams?
Some notes and thoughts on the Patriots and the NFL.