New England Patriots

Jan 11, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Alfonzo Dennard (37) intercepts a pass intended for Indianapolis Colts wide receiver LaVon Brazill (not pictured) during the first quarter of the 2013 AFC divisional playoff football game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports

Patriots’ Alfonzo Dennard had offseason shoulder surgery

Patriots’ Dominique Easley could have been better than Jadeveon Clowney?

Nick Saban denies giving Patriots New York Jets playbook

Did Bill Belichick get a copy of the Jets’ playbook from Nick Saban?

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November 17, 2013; Denver, CO, USA; Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Brandon Flowers (24) defends during the third quarter against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. The Broncos defeated the Chiefs 27-17. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Brandon Flowers headed to the New England Patriots?

Jun 26, 2013; North Attleborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots former tight end Aaron Hernandez (left) stands with his attorney Michael Fee as he is arraigned in Attleboro District Court. Hernandez is charged with first degree murder in the death of Odin Lloyd. Mandatory Credit: The Sun Chronicle/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Hernandez asks for subpoena of Patriots records

Jul 26, 2013; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots defensive lineman Marcus Forston (98), defensive back Devin McCourty (32), defensive back Duron Harmon (30) and defensive end Chandler Jones (95) warm up during training camp at the practice fields of Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports

Is Duron Harmon the Patriots’ starting safety?

Jun 17, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) passes the ball during mini camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports

New England Patriots’ rookie QB Jimmy Garoppolo gaining on Ryan Mallett?

Mar 25, 2014; Orlando, FL, USA; New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick speaks to reporters at the NFL Annual Meetings. Mandatory Credit: Rob Foldy-USA TODAY Sports

Bill Belichick: I would go for an earlier draft

Feb 2, 2014; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Richard Sherman (25) reacts during the third quarter against the Denver Broncos in Super Bowl XLVIII at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Richard Sherman: Patriots have top-3 secondary

Oct 6, 2013; Cincinnati, OH, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Aaron Dobson (17) reaches to grab a ball that he fumbled in the second half of the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paul Brown Stadium. The Bengals won 13-6. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports

Patriots Aaron Dobson doubtful for mini camp

Oct 20, 2013; East Rutherford, NJ, USA; New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan (right) and New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick shake hands after the game at MetLife Stadium. The Jets won the game 30-27 in overtime. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports

Rex Ryan: Bill Belichick doesn’t have all the answers

Dont’a Hightower to rush pass more for Patriots?

Jun 26, 2013; North Attleborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots former tight end Aaron Hernandez (left) stands with his attorney Michael Fee as he is arraigned in Attleboro District Court. Hernandez is charged with first degree murder in the death of Odin Lloyd. Mandatory Credit: The Sun Chronicle/Pool Photo via USA TODAY Sports

Aaron Hernandez asks to have charges dismissed

Aug 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New England Patriots defensive lineman Vince Wilfork (75) during warmups prior to playing the Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field. The Patriots defeated the Eagles 31-22. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Rumors: Patriots’ Vince Wilfork on track to be ready for training camp

Dec 1, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Kevin Williams (93) looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Mall of America Field at H.H.H. Metrodome. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

Kevin Williams rejected New England Patriots contract offer

Dec 29, 2013; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; New York Jets head coach Rex Ryan looks on from the sideline during the second half against the Miami Dolphins at Sun Life Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Mitchell-USA TODAY Sports

Jets coach Rex Ryan fires June zinger at Bill Belichick

Jan 11, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; Indianapolis Colts quarterback Andrew Luck (12) throws a pass while being hit by New England Patriots outside linebacker Jamie Collins (91) during the third quarter of the 2013 AFC divisional playoff football game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Andrew Weber-USA TODAY Sports

Patriots Dont’a Hightower impressed by Jamie Collins

Sep 29, 2013; Atlanta, GA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Josh Boyce (82) stiff arms Atlanta Falcons cornerback Robert Alford (23) after a catch in the second half at the Georgia Dome. The Patriots won 30-23. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Shirey-USA TODAY Sports

Josh Boyce standing out at Patriots OTAs

Sep 8, 2013; San Francisco, CA, USA; Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (12) reacts after running back Eddie Lacy (not pictured) scored a touchdown against the San Francisco 49ers in the fourth quarter at Candlestick Park. The 49ers defeated the Packers 34-28. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Quarterback Rankings: An Armchair Quarterback’s Guide

Nov. 25, 2012; Glendale, AZ, USA: Arizona Cardinals linebacker Quentin Groves against the St. Louis Rams at University of Phoenix Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Quentin Groves meets with Pats, Redskins next

Dec 8, 2013; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) congratulates running back Shane Vereen (34) after a touchdown against the Cleveland Browns in the second half at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Cleveland Browns 27-26. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports

Could Patriots have best redzone efficiency in 2014?

Aug 9, 2013; Jacksonville, FL, USA;Miami Dolphins tight end Dustin Keller (81) catches the ball for a touchdown as Jacksonville Jaguars free safety Chris Prosinski (42) attempted to defend during the first quarter at EverBank Field. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

NFL rumors: Jermichael Finley or Dustin Keller for New England Patriots?

Nov 18, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Brandon LaFell (11) catches a pass for a touchdown as New England Patriots defensive back Duron Harmon (30) and strong safety Logan Ryan (26) defend in the first quarter at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Carolina Panthers won’t miss Brandon LaFell

Dec 1, 2013; Minneapolis, MN, USA; Minnesota Vikings defensive tackle Kevin Williams (93) looks on prior to the game against the Chicago Bears at Mall of America Field at H.H.H. Metrodome. Mandatory Credit: Brace Hemmelgarn-USA TODAY Sports

NFL Rumors: Talks ‘picking up’ for Kevin Williams

January 19, 2014; Denver, CO, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady against the Denver Broncos in the 2013 AFC Championship football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Tom Brady: Team goals matter more than personal statistics

Nov 3, 2013; Charlotte, NC, USA; Carolina Panthers wide receiver Brandon LaFell (11) is introduced before the game at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

New England Patriots work harder than Panthers says Brandon LaFell

Jun 5, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight ends Rob Gronkowski (87) and Michael Hoomanawanui (47) warm up during organized team activities at the Patriots Practice Facility. Mandatory Credit: Stew Milne-USA TODAY Sports

Rob Gronkowski on pace to be ready for regular season?