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Yahoo
4 days ago
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Patriots Could Be Thin At Tight End For Upcoming Trip To Tight End
The Patriots dominated in their preseason opener on Friday night, and then immediately went back out on the practice field on Sunday. The team had a strong day of practice again on Monday, and will now have a travel day on Tuesday as they head to Minnesota. The Patriots and Vikings will practice together on Wednesday and Thursday before playing the second preseason game on Saturday. Unfortunately, there might be some bad injury news for the Patriots after Monday's practice. Starting tight end Hunter Henry came up with an undisclosed injury during Sunday's practice and was held out on Monday. As a result, ESPN's Mike Reiss reported that Henry's availability for the Minnesota trip could be in question. With Henry not at practice, Austin Hooper took over the starter reps at tight end. It's not known what Henry's injury is, but it's not expected to be serious. Still, the veteran missing any time would be a big loss for the Patriots, especially considering the chemistry that has developed between Henry and Drake Maye this summer. If Henry can't take the field in Minnesota, it will be interesting to see how the backup tight ends handle things. Of course, Hooper is a lock to make the team and will see plenty of snaps in the regular season. The third tight end spot is much more up in the air, though, with Gee Scott Jr., Jack Westover, C.J. Dippre, and Jaheim Bell fighting for snaps. In the preseason opener, Bell was the only one of these depth tight ends to catch a pass, but Westover saw the field as a fullback. Josh McDaniels likes to utilize a fullback, and with no true fullback rostered, Westover could have the edge due to his ability to play either position. Related Headlines Peyton Manning Shuts Down Jalen Hurts Critics: 'Sky Is The Limit For This Guy' Patriots release Super Bowl champion, add DII standout Odell Beckham Jr. Retires From NFL: Is He the Greatest 'What If' Story in Giants History?
Yahoo
11-03-2025
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- Yahoo
Patriots 2025 depth chart: Updated roster with free agency additions
Patriots 2025 depth chart: Updated roster with free agency additions originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston As expected, the New England Patriots have been among the most active teams in NFL free agency. Most of their focus to this point has been on upgrading their defense. They've reportedly agreed to deals with defensive tackles Milton Williams and Khyiris Tonga, cornerback Carlton Davis, and linebackers Harold Landry and Robert Spillane. On the offensive side, they reportedly will re-sign tight end Austin Hooper, sign veteran quarterback Josh Dobbs and wide receiver Mack Hollins, and bring in veteran right tackle Morgan Moses. We should expect more moves where that came from in the coming days. To keep up with all of New England's offseason additions, check out our updated depth chart below throughout the spring. (New additions are in bold.) Drake Maye Josh Dobbs Joe Milton III Drake Maye is locked in as New England's franchise quarterback. Fellow 2024 draftee Joe Milton III showed in the 2024 season finale he could be a capable backup. Veteran signal-caller Josh Dobbs was reportedly added to the mix Monday on a two-year contract. Rhamondre Stevenson Antonio Gibson Terrell Jennings Running back is a sneaky offseason need for the Patriots following another disappointing year for Rhamondre Stevenson. Antonio Gibson was solid in his debut campaign with New England, but bolstering this group should be on Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf's to-do list. DeMario Douglas Kendrick Bourne Mack Hollins Kayshon Boutte Ja'Lynn Polk Javon Baker JaQuae Jackson John Jiles The Patriots reportedly dipped into the receiver market and signed Mack Hollins to a two-year contract. With Chris Godwin off the board, the next best free-agent options are Amari Cooper and Stefon Diggs. Cooper Kupp and Brandon Aiyuk are still available on the trade market. Hunter Henry Austin Hooper Jaheim Bell Jack Westover Giovanni Ricci The Patriots are reportedly re-signing Austin Hooper to a one-year deal after the veteran's solid debut season in Foxboro. Vederian Lowe, T Cole Strange, G David Andrews, C Ben Brown, C Lecitus Smith, C Mike Onwenu, G Morgan Moses, T Sidy Sow, T Caedan Wallace, T Demontrey Jacobs, T Layden Robinson, G Jake Andrews, G Tyrese Robinson, G Caleb Jones, T Veteran tackle Morgan Moses should stabilize the right side of the line, but the Patriots still desperately need a left tackle. Will they use their No. 4 overall draft pick to address that need and select LSU's Will Campbell? Defensive end Keion White Truman Jones Defensive tackle Milton Williams Christian Barmore Jeremiah Pharms Jr. Khyiris Tonga Eric Johnson II Jaquelin Roy Marcus Harris The Patriots paid up for ex-Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams, and for good reason. Williams is a major upgrade to a defensive line that could be pretty scary if Christian Barmore is healthy. If Barmore remains out, Williams should help make up for his absence. New England also reportedly inked former Arizona Cardinals defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga to a one-year deal. Inside Linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley Jahlani Tavai Curtis Jacobs Christian Elliss Monty Rice Andrew Parker Jr. Outside Linebacker Harold Landry III Robert Spillane Anfernee Jennings Titus Leo Landry and Spillane will give New England's pass rush a much-needed boost. Both have experience playing under Vrabel and defensive coordinator Terrell Williams. Christian Gonzalez Carlton Davis Marcus Jones Isaiah Bolden Marcellas Dial Miles Battle DJ James The Patriots found their No. 2 cornerback in Davis, who has 11 career interceptions in 89 career games spent with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions. Kyle Dugger Jabrill Peppers Marte Mapu Dell Pettus Brenden Schooler Mark Perry Dugger and Peppers remain atop the safety depth chart as New England has not made a move to address the position. Bryce Baringer, P John Parker Romo, K Joe Cardona, LS With Joey Slye hitting free agency, John Parker Romo is the only kicker currently under contract with New England.
NBC Sports
09-03-2025
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- NBC Sports
Austin Hooper re-signs with Patriots
The Patriots are keeping one of their own. They have agreed to terms with tight end Austin Hooper on a one-year, $5 million deal with a max value of $7 million per multiple reports. He has $4 million guaranteed. Hooper, 30, signed a one-year, $3 million deal with a max value of $4.25 million with the Patriots a year ago. He played all 17 games and caught 45 passes for 476 yards and three touchdowns. He has played nine seasons, four with the Falcons, two with the Browns, one with the Titans, one with the Raiders and one with the Patriots. His new deal reunites him with former Titans head coach and current Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel. Hooper made the Pro Bowl in 2018 and 2019 while with the Falcons, who made him a third-round pick in 2016.
