Chad Graff
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Senior writer at The Athletic covering the Patriots. Adjunct professor at Northeastern. High-handicapped golfer, low-rated tennis player, seeker of a good old fashioned.
Some good news on the Patriots injury report: WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring) was a full participant at practice today.
The deep-threat WR has missed the last two games due to the injury.
The deep-threat WR has missed the last two games due to the injury.
November 19, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Some good news on the Patriots injury report: WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring) was a full participant at practice today.
The deep-threat WR has missed the last two games due to the injury.
The deep-threat WR has missed the last two games due to the injury.
The NFL announced it suspended Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase for one game.
Unless he appeals (and wins the appeal), the Patriots will catch the Bengals without Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and likely Trey Hendrickson.
Unless he appeals (and wins the appeal), the Patriots will catch the Bengals without Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and likely Trey Hendrickson.
November 17, 2025 at 9:42 PM
The NFL announced it suspended Bengals WR Ja'Marr Chase for one game.
Unless he appeals (and wins the appeal), the Patriots will catch the Bengals without Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and likely Trey Hendrickson.
Unless he appeals (and wins the appeal), the Patriots will catch the Bengals without Joe Burrow, Ja'Marr Chase, and likely Trey Hendrickson.
Mike Vrabel said he expects Rhamondre Stevenson and Kayshon Boutte to both practice Wednesday.
That would be a big boost for the Patriots to get them back.
That would be a big boost for the Patriots to get them back.
November 17, 2025 at 4:22 PM
Mike Vrabel said he expects Rhamondre Stevenson and Kayshon Boutte to both practice Wednesday.
That would be a big boost for the Patriots to get them back.
That would be a big boost for the Patriots to get them back.
What’s a backup QB do all week?
Inside the life and routine of Josh Dobbs. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
Inside the life and routine of Josh Dobbs. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
A week inside the life of Patriots backup quarterback Joshua Dobbs
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November 17, 2025 at 11:32 AM
What’s a backup QB do all week?
Inside the life and routine of Josh Dobbs. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
Inside the life and routine of Josh Dobbs. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
It’s unavoidable now — Drake Maye is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.
On a night when his MVP campaign rolled on. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
On a night when his MVP campaign rolled on. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
'He's my MVP': Drake Maye's candidacy gains momentum after another Patriots win
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November 14, 2025 at 12:57 PM
It’s unavoidable now — Drake Maye is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL.
On a night when his MVP campaign rolled on. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
On a night when his MVP campaign rolled on. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/680...
Drake Maye and Kyle Williams just aren't on the same page.
Will be nice for the Pats when Kayshon Boutte returns.
Will be nice for the Pats when Kayshon Boutte returns.
November 14, 2025 at 3:20 AM
Drake Maye and Kyle Williams just aren't on the same page.
Will be nice for the Pats when Kayshon Boutte returns.
Will be nice for the Pats when Kayshon Boutte returns.
Patriots players in the huddle are asking the crowd at Gillette Stadium to quiet down because the MVP chants for Drake Maye are so loud.
November 14, 2025 at 3:03 AM
Patriots players in the huddle are asking the crowd at Gillette Stadium to quiet down because the MVP chants for Drake Maye are so loud.
Drake Maye at halftime: 14-of-16 for 140 yards.
November 14, 2025 at 2:33 AM
Drake Maye at halftime: 14-of-16 for 140 yards.
Don't see how the Jets are going to stop this Patriots offense.
Drake Maye is 9-for-9 for 97 yards.
TreVeyon Henderson has 9 carries for 36 yards and 2 TDs.
Drake Maye is 9-for-9 for 97 yards.
TreVeyon Henderson has 9 carries for 36 yards and 2 TDs.
November 14, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Don't see how the Jets are going to stop this Patriots offense.
Drake Maye is 9-for-9 for 97 yards.
TreVeyon Henderson has 9 carries for 36 yards and 2 TDs.
Drake Maye is 9-for-9 for 97 yards.
TreVeyon Henderson has 9 carries for 36 yards and 2 TDs.
Milton Williams is back on the field after being looked at in the locker room for an ankle injury.
November 14, 2025 at 1:50 AM
Milton Williams is back on the field after being looked at in the locker room for an ankle injury.
The Patriots are now an astounding 13-of-16 on fourth down attempts this season.
November 14, 2025 at 1:37 AM
The Patriots are now an astounding 13-of-16 on fourth down attempts this season.
The Patriots' run defense has been so good this season, but the threat (and execution) of QB runs made a difference on the opening drive.
A dream start for the Jets. Long drive. Drain clock. Run the ball.
Jets 7, Patriots 0.
A dream start for the Jets. Long drive. Drain clock. Run the ball.
Jets 7, Patriots 0.
November 14, 2025 at 1:28 AM
The Patriots' run defense has been so good this season, but the threat (and execution) of QB runs made a difference on the opening drive.
A dream start for the Jets. Long drive. Drain clock. Run the ball.
Jets 7, Patriots 0.
A dream start for the Jets. Long drive. Drain clock. Run the ball.
Jets 7, Patriots 0.
Drake Maye and the art of the deep ball, which is fueling this magical Patriots season. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
Drake Maye and the art of the deep ball that's helping to propel the Patriots
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November 12, 2025 at 11:52 AM
Drake Maye and the art of the deep ball, which is fueling this magical Patriots season. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
The Patriots have nearly a 90 percent chance of winning the AFC East, per @theathletic.com’s playoff predictor. www.nytimes.com/athletic/nfl...
November 11, 2025 at 6:11 PM
The Patriots have nearly a 90 percent chance of winning the AFC East, per @theathletic.com’s playoff predictor. www.nytimes.com/athletic/nfl...
The Patriots sent a message by beating the Bucs — with seven straight wins, they’re one of the best in the NFL. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
With win over Buccaneers, Patriots show they're one of NFL's top teams
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November 10, 2025 at 12:55 PM
The Patriots sent a message by beating the Bucs — with seven straight wins, they’re one of the best in the NFL. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
The Patriots open as 12-point favorites for Thursday Night Football against the Jets.
November 10, 2025 at 1:31 AM
The Patriots open as 12-point favorites for Thursday Night Football against the Jets.
A win on the road in Tampa makes one thing clear — the Patriots are one of the best teams in the NFL. www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
With win over Buccaneers, Patriots show they're one of NFL's top teams
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November 10, 2025 at 12:22 AM
A win on the road in Tampa makes one thing clear — the Patriots are one of the best teams in the NFL. www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
In a span of 49 seconds of game time, the Patriots went from a 10-7 deficit to beating the Buccaneers 21-10.
November 9, 2025 at 7:38 PM
In a span of 49 seconds of game time, the Patriots went from a 10-7 deficit to beating the Buccaneers 21-10.
Impressive 14-play, 78-yard drive from the Patriots to take the lead at the end of the half. Unreal catch by Stefon Diggs.
Drake Maye is up to 180 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Drake Maye is up to 180 yards and 2 touchdowns.
November 9, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Impressive 14-play, 78-yard drive from the Patriots to take the lead at the end of the half. Unreal catch by Stefon Diggs.
Drake Maye is up to 180 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Drake Maye is up to 180 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Patriots RB Terrell Jennings is questionable to return due to a knee injury.
That could be a big blow to a Patriots team that already lacks RB depth.
That could be a big blow to a Patriots team that already lacks RB depth.
November 9, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Patriots RB Terrell Jennings is questionable to return due to a knee injury.
That could be a big blow to a Patriots team that already lacks RB depth.
That could be a big blow to a Patriots team that already lacks RB depth.
Kyle Williams entered this game with two catches for 20 yards.
With more playing time today while Boutte is out, Williams just hauled in a 72-yard touchdown from Drake Maye.
Pats 7, Bucs 7.
With more playing time today while Boutte is out, Williams just hauled in a 72-yard touchdown from Drake Maye.
Pats 7, Bucs 7.
November 9, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Kyle Williams entered this game with two catches for 20 yards.
With more playing time today while Boutte is out, Williams just hauled in a 72-yard touchdown from Drake Maye.
Pats 7, Bucs 7.
With more playing time today while Boutte is out, Williams just hauled in a 72-yard touchdown from Drake Maye.
Pats 7, Bucs 7.
Tough sledding on the ground for the Patriots so far.
Terrell Jennings has 4 carries for 5 yards.
No carries yet for TreVeyon Henderson.
Terrell Jennings has 4 carries for 5 yards.
No carries yet for TreVeyon Henderson.
November 9, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Tough sledding on the ground for the Patriots so far.
Terrell Jennings has 4 carries for 5 yards.
No carries yet for TreVeyon Henderson.
Terrell Jennings has 4 carries for 5 yards.
No carries yet for TreVeyon Henderson.
Easy first drive for the Bucs.
The Patriots' offense has been tested against some good defenses.
But the Pats' defense has played a lot of bad offenses. This is a big test today.
Bucs 7, Pats 0
The Patriots' offense has been tested against some good defenses.
But the Pats' defense has played a lot of bad offenses. This is a big test today.
Bucs 7, Pats 0
November 9, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Easy first drive for the Bucs.
The Patriots' offense has been tested against some good defenses.
But the Pats' defense has played a lot of bad offenses. This is a big test today.
Bucs 7, Pats 0
The Patriots' offense has been tested against some good defenses.
But the Pats' defense has played a lot of bad offenses. This is a big test today.
Bucs 7, Pats 0
Patriots inactives in Tampa:
WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring)
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe)
LB Christian Elliss (hip)
S John Saunders
DT Eric Gregory
G Caedan Wallace
QB Tommy DeVito
WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring)
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe)
LB Christian Elliss (hip)
S John Saunders
DT Eric Gregory
G Caedan Wallace
QB Tommy DeVito
November 9, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Patriots inactives in Tampa:
WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring)
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe)
LB Christian Elliss (hip)
S John Saunders
DT Eric Gregory
G Caedan Wallace
QB Tommy DeVito
WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring)
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe)
LB Christian Elliss (hip)
S John Saunders
DT Eric Gregory
G Caedan Wallace
QB Tommy DeVito
Patriots mailbag: When does the Super Bowl window realistically open? Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Patriots mailbag: NFL trade deadline deals they should (and shouldn't) have made
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November 7, 2025 at 11:19 AM
Patriots mailbag: When does the Super Bowl window realistically open? Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...