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Not one to shy away from contact, New England Patriots receiver Wes Welker is already getting tackled even before the football season begins
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Not one to shy away from contact, New England Patriots receiver Wes Welker is already getting tackled even before the football season begins
The value of Rob Gronkowski and Wes Welker to the Patriots is no mystery to football fans in New England, but it looks like the rest of the league has taken notice as well.
How did it feel for Wes Welker to see teammate Rob Gronkowski sign a massive contract extension well before the tight end's rookie deal was set to expire?
Kevin Faulk finds himself in a rather unfamiliar position this week, as the Patriots hold their mandatory mini-camp without him. A member of the Patriots since 1999, Faulk is not a part of the team for the first time in 13 years.
The Boston Head's Jeff Howe spoke with 98.5 The Sports Hub's Toucher & Rich about the rumors surrounding Rob Gronkowski's possible contract extension, Wes Welker's contract situation and Patrick Chung.
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady spoke from the team's OTAs on Thursday, opening up about entering his 13th NFL season, his new receiver corp, and the end of last season.
With a talented, and crowded, group of receivers, newcomer Brandon Lloyd knows how potent the New England Patriots offense can be this season.
Wes Welker said his peace last week, and now owner Robert Kraft got his chance with NFL Network.
Wes Welker was his usual happy self on Saturday, and he should be.
Felger and Massarotti continued the discussing the New England Patriots and the contract negotiations with wide receiver Wes Welker. How will Welker's negotiations compare to other Patriot free agents?
Wes Welker is not making any progress toward a long-term deal. In fact, he told the Boston Herald that progress is moving backward.
Now that Welker has officially signed on the dotted line, it's a good time to take a comprehensive look at the depth chart and try to guess which wide receivers will still be on the roster for Week 1.
For Donte' Stallworth, a return to the New England Patriots means another shot at a Super Bowl Ring.
According to the Boston Globe's Greg Bedard, Welker has signed his franchise tender, thereby officially placing him on the Patriots 2012 roster.
Wes Welker's comments on Tuesday that he probably will skip mandatory workouts may have kicked off the circus.
The New England Patriots placed the franchise tag on wide receiver Wes Welker this offseason and he has yet to sign. Greg Bedard of the Boston Globe joined D.A. to discuss how long the receiver might hold out for and the 2012 NFL Draft.
Despite the massive pay raise for one year, Wes Welker may not be entirely happy to sign on the dotted line this offseason.
Patriots defensive tackle Vince Wilfork spoke with Toucher & Rich about getting back to work, Wes Welker not showing up to voluntary offseason training and the Patriots' 2012 schedule.
If Patriots receiver Wes Welker is bitter about receiving the team's franchise tag this offseason, he is doing his best not to show it.
Tom Brady has UGG boots, and Wes Welker has Depend diapers.
The NFL has been buzzing in the past couple days after players have been signing all over the league. Gresh and Zo took a look at the wide receivers that are left and asked should the Pats just pay Wes Welker?
Felger and Massarotti were joined by Albert Breer of the NFL Network to talk some NFL free agency. Where will Peyton land? What are the Pats looking to do?
Tuesday was not at all about the Patriots. It was instead all about Wes Welker.
While the New England Patriots stayed quiet on Tuesday, letting the dust settle a bit on the first day of NFL free agency, other teams around the league threw plenty of money around.
Jeff Howe of NESN spoke with Toucher & Rich about moves that have been made, Jabar Gaffney, Brandon Lloyd, Wes Welker, BenJarvus Green-Ellis and Mario Williams.
Summer isn't over yet, as there's lots to do this weekend, including the return of a lights show at Franklin Park Zoo, an arts festival on Cape Cod and a festival dedicated to watermelon!
Zachary Vozzella has been charged with murdering his brother's girlfriend, who was three months pregnant.
Marty Kedian is the third person in the U.S. to receive a larynx transplant, and the first active cancer patient to do so.
MBTA riders no longer need to worry about forgetting their CharlieCard.
For gamers who don't want to be confined to a desk, check out these powerful laptops that can play all of the best games.
A WBZ-TV investigation found dozens of instructors teaching police recruits have checkered histories.
Marty Kedian is the third person in the U.S. to receive a larynx transplant, and the first active cancer patient to do so.
COVID numbers are rising again in Massachusetts, with the number of cases climbing at a high rate.
Watertown police are investigating a string of package thefts they believe are connected - but this is not your average porch pirate.
Zachary Vozzella has been charged with murdering his brother's girlfriend, who was three months pregnant.
Marty Kedian is the third person in the U.S. to receive a larynx transplant, and the first active cancer patient to do so.
COVID numbers are rising again in Massachusetts, with the number of cases climbing at a high rate.
A new TikTok trending topic, "cortisol face," is getting lots of attention on the app and experts are talking about what causes it.
A new study finds many women with breast cancer may be able to avoid undergoing a double mastectomy.
Lawmakers and nurses in Ayer rallied to voice their opposition to Steward Health Care's decision to close Nashoba Valley Medical Center.
An advocacy group wants immediate changes at a state hospital for mental patients accused of crimes in Massachusetts.
The state of Massachusetts is taking action after WBZ-TV I-Team reports revealed that some nursing homes haven't paid their workers for weeks.
After the I-Team went to Blupoint Healthcare's Newton offices, workers got their paychecks. Days later, their banks said the checks were no good.
Blupoint Healthcare employees say their paychecks finally cleared at the bank.
An 84-year-old Navy veteran paid a shop thousands of dollars for a headstone. Two years later he still had nothing, until he reached out to WBZ's Call For Action.
Donald Trump's comments about Kamala Harris' race reminded Jon Keller of Trump's infamous comments insulting war hero Sen. John McCain.
The not-so-harsh adjective "weird" has emerged as an early and effective weapon for the Democrats.
Nine years ago, Boston was in the running to host the 2024 Summer Olympics. So what is the city missing now?
Research showed independents don't like extremism or partisanship.
With Kamala Harris in and Joe Biden out, Donald Trump is now the oldest major-party presidential nominee ever.
The Great Scott rock club is making a comeback after closing during the COVID pandemic.
Yankee Candle is laying off about 100 workers in Massachusetts amid a decline in the fragrance business.
Stop & Shop says it will be closing 32 stores this year and eight of them are in Massachusetts.
Thanks in part to an anonymous $5.2 million donation, the West Newton Cinema is likely to be saved from being demolished.
Bob's Stores, a discount clothing retailer with locations in Massachusetts and Connecticut, is going out of business.
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.
After missing the team's previous practice session amid a contract dispute, Matthew Judon was back with his Patriots teammates on Thursday.
Gordon Hayward, who spent three seasons with the Celtics after signing a large contract in free agency, announced his retirement on Thursday.
The Boston Red Sox beat the Seattle Mariners 3-2 Wednesday.
Former New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick is keeping busy during his time away from the sideline.
The Seattle Mariners beat the Boston Red Sox 10-6 on Tuesday night.
A swam of dragonflies took over Misquamicut Beach in Rhode Island this weekend.
An adult black bear and a cub became trapped inside a car in Winsted, Connecticut.
The ice cream trail map highlights Massachusetts shops that use locally produced dairy.
New photos show an endangered North Atlantic right whale that's named after Fenway Park alongside her calf.
A Massachusetts woman got a big surprise when she was checking her lottery tickets.