Robert Kraft Believes Patriots Can Contend For Championship This Season, Downplays Other Teams' Free-Agent Additions
"More than anything, it bothers me that we haven't been able to win a playoff game in the last three years."
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"More than anything, it bothers me that we haven't been able to win a playoff game in the last three years."
The tradition of Bill Belichick skipping that photo opportunity has returned.
There are plenty of questions about the Patriots coaching staff heading into the 2022 season, and Bill Belichick didn't offer up many answers when chatting at the NFL league meetings on Monday.
That text exchange, really, is the crux of Flores' lawsuit against the Giants and the NFL. But Giants owner John Mara says it's all baseless. Granted, Giants owner John Mara also hasn't done the legwork to confirm that it's baseless. Nevertheless, he avers the claim to be false.
The Malcolm Butler-Patriots reunion ranks among the most surprising and unlikely moments of the entire Bill Belichick era.
The list of opposing quarterbacks whom the Patriots will face next season just keeps getting better -- or worse, depending on how you look at it.
At this point in his career, Matthew Slater's name has become synonymous with the New England Patriots. Entering year 15, he wasn't prepared to change that.
The trio of Bill Belichick, Matt Patricia and Matt Groh was in attendance on Wednesday for the pro day being held at the University of Georgia.
J.C. Jackson won't be picking off passes for the Patriots anymore, bolting for a big money deal from the Los Angeles Chargers. It leaves a massive hole in New England's secondary, one that won't be easy to fill his offseason.
The Era of What Could Have Been has officially come to an end in Seattle. Russell Wilson has been traded.
The release of Kyle Van Noy is likely just the start of an offseason of change for the Patriots defense.
Another week has passed with no new coaches added to the offensive staff in New England. And with each week that passes, it looks more and more that the Patriots will head into the season with what they've got.
Josh McDaniels left New England for Las Vegas this offseason, and he brought a lot of Patriots coaches with him. And according to McDaniels, Bill Belichick knew they were going with him.
Bill Belichick's willingness to enter a season with Joe Judge and Matt Patricia as top assistant coaches on the offensive side of the ball has caught a lot of people in New England by surprise. Apparently, that's the case around the NFL, too.
Given Bill Belichick's past comments about coaches taking away his assistants upon getting a job elsewhere, it was fair to wonder how the Patriots' head coach felt about Josh McDaniels hiring away three members of New England's offensive coaching staff.
Last week, Scott Zolak threw out some "theoretical" job titles for members of the Patriots' offensive coaching staff. He might have been on to something.
"It's hard to know what Bill is doing right now."
Normally at this time of year, conversations about the draft and free agency dominate the headlines and fill the airwaves. This year, though, the focus in New England seems to be on the Patriots' coaching staff.
Outside of a brief stint in Denver and an even briefer stint in St. Louis, Josh McDaniels has spent his entire adult life as a member of Bill Belichick's staff in New England. Now that he's moving on for good after accepting the Las Vegas Raiders' head coaching job, McDaniels is saying goodbye.
ESPN's Mike Reiss reported that some "smart NFL personnel" believe that Patricia may be tabbed by Bill Belichick to work as a coach on the offensive side of the ball.
The Patriots fell well short of reaching the Super Bowl this year, thus allowing Bill Belichick to get in some R&R over the past month. On Super Bowl weekend, he used that free time to head to Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida.
The NFL has a rather serious matter at hand with Brian Flores' lawsuit against the league for racial discriminations in its hiring processes for coaches. But on Thursday night at the league's annual awards ceremony, it was made into a laughing matter.
As is usually the case with Belichick, it appears as though he's choosing to zag instead of zig.
Joe Judge will soon be relocating back to New England, according to a report.
Even before Josh McDaniels officially accepted the Las Vegas Raiders' head coaching position, the wheels were in motion in many minds in New England that a reunion with Bill O'Brien would be in the Patriots' near future.
Jaylen Brown scored 31 points, and the Boston Celtics overcame an off night for Jayson Tatum to beat the Washington Wizards 108-96 in the NBA Cup on Friday night.
Massachusetts State Police have canceled an Amber Alert for a mother from Stoughton and her three children as they were found safe.
WBZ-TV's Samantha Chaney did some comparison shopping to see how shopping for Thanksgiving at Boston-area supermarkets compares to 2022.
A Northbridge, Massachusetts man is devastated after his Husky puppy was shot and killed by an animal control officer, who thought the dog was a coyote.
More than 100 children and teenagers in foster care across Massachusetts were welcomed into their forever families Friday as part of National Adoption Day.
Massachusetts State Police have canceled an Amber Alert for a mother from Stoughton and her three children as they were found safe.
A sizable storm could impact the northeast toward the end of the Thanksgiving travel week. Here's the latest forecast.
Gloucester students will be back in school Monday after the teacher strike ended.
A Northbridge, Massachusetts man is devastated after his Husky puppy was shot and killed by an animal control officer, who thought the dog was a coyote.
Three women face a host of charges, including elder abuse, Medicaid fraud and larceny in the death of a 79-year-old Massachusetts woman last year.
The FDA sent a warning letter flagging "significant violations" of manufacturing regulations for Tom's of Maine toothpaste.
Cheese processed at plant in Lena, Illinois, may be tainted by bacteria that can cause serious and fatal infections.
Young or old, Democrat or Republican, a majority of Americans say this presidential election is stressing them out.
Researchers at a Massachusetts hospital have discovered a new sign that could indicate whether someone has a concussion and it's literally a shaking of the head.
Several hospitals have failed to come to an agreement with the second-largest health insurer in Massachusetts, Point32Health.
Detective Lieutenant Brian Tully was disciplined for failing to supervise investigators who sent inappropriate text messages during Karen Read's investigation.
WBZ-TV's I-Team has uncovered a third attempted land grab by thieves in Massachusetts, this time in West Yarmouth.
Pink cocaine has reportedly made its way to the Boston area, federal investigators told WBZ-TV's I-Team.
Some Winthrop residents are pushing back against a law requiring Massachusetts communities with T access to allow the development of multifamily units to help with the housing crunch. All of it now could soon be up to voters to decide.
A Springfield man says he gave police evidence that points to another suspect in the Boston Strangler investigation - not Albert DeSalvo.
Now that Question 2 has passed, removing MCAS as a graduation requirement in Massachusetts schools, what are the standards for high school graduation?
Massachusetts voters approved ballot questions on the auditor's authority and the MCAS, but lawmakers may still tinker with them.
Donald Trump won 75 cities and towns in Massachusetts in the 2024 election. Eleven of them voted Democrat four years ago.
If you were looking for surprises, the 2024 election likely wasn't for you.
John Deaton said he believes Sen. Elizabeth Warren is creating divisiveness in the state
The CEO of TJ Maxx says President-elect Trump's tariffs plan could be good for business.
The maker of Bell's Seasoning says its stuffing won't be in stores for Thanksgiving this year.
The Museum of Ice Cream will open its doors this December in Boston's Seaport neighborhood.
It appears Tree House Brewing Company has big plans to expand in Boston, according to filings with the city.
Here's where to find Veterans Day 2024 free food offers and discounts at restaurants in Massachusetts.
Host Rachel Holt talks with their CEO about their distinct connection to Newport and what sets them apart as a "brewstillery."
Newport's Castle Hill Inn is one of the area's most coveted destinations offering visitors spectacular views, luxurious accommodations, and unique dining experiences.
Founded in 2014 with a mission of preserving, celebrating and sharing automotive history, the Audrain Automobile Museum is a must-stop destination for both car enthusiasts and Newport visitors alike.
Host Rachel Holt joins Prezza Mixologist Craig Carpenter in Boston's North End for a hot new twist on a classic cocktail that's bound to be the next big hit.
Chef Delphin Gomes joins host Rachel Holt in the test kitchen to show off his latest creations and the art of merging design with chocolate.
Jaylen Brown scored 31 points, and the Boston Celtics overcame an off night for Jayson Tatum to beat the Washington Wizards 108-96 in the NBA Cup on Friday night.
Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez was a late addition to the team's injury report, and is now questionable for New England's Week 12 tilt against the Dolphins in Miami.
The New England Patriots are hoping to get back on track in Miami this weekend, but a matchup with the Dolphins isn't usually a recipe for success.
David Ortiz really wants to see the Red Sox sign Juan Soto this winter, and believe the team will do what it takes to land the bigger name available this offseason.
Joe Sacco is undefeated as head coach of the Boston Bruins.
Researchers spotted a right whale in Cape Cod Bay exhibiting behavior that is typically seen later in the season.
The Lizzie Borden House in Fall River has landed on USA Today's Top 10 list of the best haunted hotels.
New York City is officially legalizing jaywalking. Is it time for Boston to do the same?
Boston is looking to give new life to the historic bear dens in Franklin Park.
The massive comet that's starting to become visible in the night sky won't stick around for too long.