This leaves very limited space for third-year player Marte Mapu, who has shown potential in his first two seasons. Mike Vrabel and the coaching staff realize that, but they do not want to give up or let Mapu go.

The New England Patriots used one draft pick on a wide receiver back in April, selecting Washington State product Kyle Williams. However, while Williams has cer

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New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel praised wide receiver Demario Douglas' football energy and growth.

Veteran offensive guard Wes Schweitzer, who signed a one-year deal with the New England Patriots this offseason, has decided to retire from the NFL after eight seasons, being placed on the reserve/retired list on Tuesday according to an announcement from the team.

If given the time to make the transition, former New England Patriots wide receiver Chris Hogan believes that he could make an NFL comeback as a punter. Hogan, 37, worked in as a backup punter in college. So he has the legitimate skill to play the position. But could he do it at the NFL level?

Patriots Attempted to Land Ravens' Rashod Bateman t This NFL Offseason originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The New England Patriots have been a hot topic of conversation surrounding wide receivers this offseason, popping up as a team often looking to add a weapon through free agency or trade talks.

The NFL is officially back in full swing. Weeks after many teams kicked off their spring programming with organized team activities (OTAs), mandatory minicamps got underway starting this week, serving up a healthy dose of storylines in advance of the 2025 campaign.

This spring, Chism emerged as the top undrafted player on the Patriots roster. After five open practices, this receiver from Eastern Washington led all Patriots pass catchers with 15 receptions. That performance earned praise from Maye and coach Mike Vrabel.