New England Patriots Fantasy Football Profile

Mike Reiss reports that Bill Belichick and the Patriots will be bringing back Bill O'Brien as offensive coordinator.

Bill O'Brien will return to the Patriots after agreeing to a deal Tuesday to become New England's next offensive coordinator, sources tell ESPN's Adam Schefter and Chris Low.

Deion Sanders, Bryce Harper and Kevin Durant know what Gaudreau went through. Many of them got to relish facing their former supporters.

Former Texans coach and Patriots OC Bill O'Brien is the only current candidate who has called plays before.

The Bills, Titans, Jaguars, Chiefs and Patriots will each play international games during the NFL's 2023 regular season.

Belichick's search begins after the Patriots' offense crumbled in 2022 without an official offensive coordinator.

Mike Reiss weighs in on the Patriots announcing they'll be interviewing candidates for offensive coordinator.

The Patriots announced Thursday that they will begin interviewing candidates to fill the role of offensive coordinator and that they have begun extension talks with assistant Jerod Mayo.

Bill Belichick, who is the NFL's longest-tenured coach and turns 71 in April, said Monday that he plans to return for his 24th season as New England Patriots coach in 2023.

— Nyheim Hines ignited an emotionally charged atmosphere celebrating injured Bills safety Damar Hamlin by returning two kickoffs for touchdowns, and Buffalo clinched the AFC’s second playoff seed with a 35-23 win over the New England Patriots on Sunday.

Patriots punter Jake Bailey and rookie cornerback Jack Jones, who were both on injured reserve, were placed on the reserve/suspended list on Friday.

Marcus Spears says he likes the Bills not only because they will be playing with motivation, but they're also a more sound football team.

NEW ENGLAND (8-8) at BUFFALO (12-3)

Bill Belichick said watching Damar Hamlin's medical emergency reminded him of seeing former Lions LB Reggie Brown go down while he was an assistant with the Jets in 1997.

Rex Ryan breaks down how Bill Belichick's coaching abilities have led the Patriots to a potential playoff berth.

Veteran quarterback Teddy Bridgewater left the Dolphins' 23-21 loss to the New England Patriots on Sunday with an injury, leaving questions under center as Miami clings to playoff contention with one regular-season game remaining.

— Kyle Dugger intercepted Teddy Bridgewater and returned it 39 yards for a go-ahead touchdown late in the third quarter, and the New England Patriots kept their playoff hopes alive by rallying to beat the Miami Dolphins 23-21 on Sunday.

In a key AFC East matchup against the Dolphins, the Patriots' defense came up with a big play.

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones was handed two fines by the NFL totaling $23,976 for unnecessary roughness on two separate plays in last week's loss to the Bengals.

New England Patriots rookie Marcus Jones will not play in Sunday's critical game against the visiting Miami Dolphins due to a concussion, the team announced.

Ryan Clark shares his pick for the AFC East showdown between the Patriots and Dolphins.

MIAMI (8-7) at NEW ENGLAND (7-8)

Patriots dynamic rookie Marcus Jones has entered concussion protocol, the team announced Wednesday.

Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and Harry Douglas break down the impact Tua Tagovailoa's potential absence will have on the Dolphins.

The Miami Dolphins say QB Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) is day-to-day and could be out of Sunday's game against the New England Patriots, with Teddy Bridgewater in line to start a game that could send Miami to the playoffs for the first time in five years.

The Miami Dolphins have ruled QB Tua Tagovailoa (concussion) out of Sunday's game against the New England Patriots, giving Teddy Bridgewater the start in a game that could send Miami to the playoffs for the first time in five years.

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones said Monday in an interview on WEEI that he has no bad intentions when he went low to tackle Eli Apple on Saturday, a hit the Bengals cornerback called dirty.

Ryan Clark calls out Mac Jones' "dirty play" on Eli Apple in the Patriots' loss to the Bengals.

Cardona graduated from the Naval Academy and was able to defer his military service to pursue his NFL career.

— Joe Burrow threw three touchdown passes and the Cincinnati Bengals forced a late turnover in the red zone to preserve a 22-18 win over the New England Patriots on Saturday.

The Patriots' attempt at coming back from a 22-0 deficit falls short as the Bengals hold on for the win.

The Patriots finally got on the scoreboard in the third quarter thanks to Jones' big defensive play.

Tyler Fulghum doesn't expect the Patriots to have a bounce-back performance and cover vs. the Bengals in Week 16.

CINCINNATI (10-4) at NEW ENGLAND (7-7)

Throwing coach Joe Dickinson helped Jones reach his goal of becoming an NFL quarterback. Jones aims to carry on that legacy for the next generation.

Former NFL linebacker Willie McGinest was arrested Monday in connection with an assault at a Southern California nightclub, authorities said.

Former NFL linebacker Willie McGinest was arrested Monday in connection with an assault at a Southern California nightclub, authorities said.

Dan Orlovsky, Rex Ryan and Ryan Clark sound off about the Patriots' decision to lateral the ball instead of sending the game to OT.

Jones is handling a lot in his first pro season, playing on defense, offense and special teams for the Patriots

Jones is handling a lot in his first pro season, playing on defense, offense and special teams for the Patriots

The Patriots face their former offensive coordinator, McDaniels, this week, when they play the Raiders in Las Vegas.

The NFL Players Association has initiated an inquiry into why Monday night's game wasn't stopped when Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker showed concussion symptoms, a source told ESPN's Dan Graziano on Tuesday.

The NFL Players Association has initiated an inquiry into why Monday night's game wasn't stopped when New England Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker showed concussion symptoms, a source told ESPN's Dan Graziano on Tuesday.

Keyshawn Johnson is unimpressed with Mac Jones and doesn't see him as an elite quarterback.

Mac Jones explains what adjustments the Patriots made in order to secure a road win vs. the Cardinals.

Patriots WR DeVante Parker suffered a head injury in Monday's game against the Cardinals and was ruled out.

Patriots RB Kevin Harris powers his way for a 14-yard touchdown early in the second quarter.

Matthew Judon details his time in college as Camp Sunshine volunteer and how it changed his life.

The Patriots have played two of the most memorable Super Bowls at the venue, each with spectacularly different results.

Randy Moss chats it up with Peyton and Eli Manning and talks about how he once hung up on Patriots coach Bill Belichick.

Patriots coach Bill Belichick said Monday on WEEI that it would be "too hard" to make major scheme-based changes to the team's offense at this point of the season.

Mac Jones shows his frustration with the Patriots' offense during Thursday night's 24-10 loss to the Bills.

Ryan Clark breaks down the Bills' win over the Patriots and what it means for New England.

Patriots QB Mac Jones says he let his emotions get the best of him in Thursday night's loss to the Bills.

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones said his frustrations over the team's offensive struggles Thursday night led to his outburst on the sideline, but said he wasn't directing it at anyone in particular.

The Bills were 0-2 in the division heading into Thursday's game before picking up the victory over the Patriots.

— Josh Allen threw two touchdown passes and the Buffalo Bills beat the New England Patriots 24-10 on Thursday night for their first AFC East victory of the season.

Allen flashed his mobility to keep the play alive before zipping a touchdown pass to his wide receiver.

A dump-off pass from Mac Jones to cornerback/returner Marcus Jones results in big scoring play.

Stephen A. Smith details why the game against the Bills tonight is a must-win for the Patriots.

Our betting and fantasy analysts answer some of the most pressing questions surrounding Thursday night's matchup between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots.

It's been a bumpy ride this season for Jones and the Patriots' offense, but how much of it falls on the quarterback's shoulders?

— The most recent time the Bills faced the Patriots, they left little doubt about their status as the pacesetter in the AFC East.

BUFFALO (8-3) at NEW ENGLAND (6-5)

Kirk Cousins isn't done icing out, Bill Belichick isn't happy about a call, and Ryan Fitzpatrick went to Harvard.

Marcus Spears details what he's looking for in the Bills' matchup vs. the Patriots on Thursday night.

Joe Fortenbaugh explains why he is taking the Patriots plus the points for their Thursday night matchup against the Bills.

The Patriots and LB Jahlani Tavai have agreed to a two-year, $4.4 million contract extension, a source told ESPN's Field Yates.

Joe Fortenbaugh explains why he is taking the Patriots plus the points for their Thursday night matchup against the Bills.

The "NFL Countdown" crew has a laugh watching Tedy Bruschi getting run over by his son during practice.

— The Minnesota Vikings have quickly become a confident and resilient team under rookie coach Kevin O'Connell and his staff, and they sure showed it in this short week.

— Kirk Cousins threw for 299 yards and three touchdowns, the last a go-ahead score to Adam Thielen in the fourth quarter to push the Minnesota Vikings past the New England Patriots 33-26 on Thursday night.

The Vikings move to 9-2 on the season, while the Patriots slip to 6-5.

Kirk Cousins' three touchdown passes lead the Vikings to a 33-26 win over the Patriots.

The Patriots hadn't had any luck on opening drives this season -- until Thanksgiving night.

The Vikings continued their hot opening-drive production this season with yet another score.

Chris "Mad Dog" Russo tries to convince Stephen A. Smith that the Patriots are going to make the playoffs.

While O'Connell's playing days were brief, his coaches recognized his potential "to make a hell of a coach," which set him on a new path.

— The first regular-season game Kevin O'Connell participated in during his fleeting NFL playing career came in late-game relief for New England in a rare lopsided loss.

NEW ENGLAND (6-4) at MINNESOTA (8-2)

Heading into their Thanksgiving night tilt with the Vikings, the Patriots rank 31st out of 32 teams in touchdown percentage inside the red zone.

Deion Sanders, Bryce Harper and Kevin Durant know what Simmons went through. Many of them got to relish facing their former supporters.

Ryan Clark previews the Patriots' matchup vs. the Vikings on Thursday night.

Mike Reiss explains what's gone wrong for the Patriots when they get into the red zone.

Patriots center David Andrews (thigh) and offensive tackle Isaiah Wynn (foot) have been downgraded to out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Jets.

A back injury has sent Jake Bailey to injured reserve, and six-year veteran Michael Palardy will handle punting duties for New England on Sunday against the Jets.

The New England Patriots placed second-year defensive tackle Christian Barmore on injured reserve Friday due to a knee injury.

Bill Belichick voices his belief that NFL coaches should be able to challenge any play as long as they have a challenge to use.

Bill Belichick, the league's longest-tenured head coach, repeated his stance Monday that coaches should be allowed to challenge plays under two minutes.

The NFL's current agreement to hold four NFL games in Germany through 2025 could be expanded "soon," commissioner Roger Goodell said Saturday.

Deion Sanders, Bryce Harper and Kevin Durant know what Eichel went through. Many of them got to relish facing their former supporters.

Despite a pair of wins, the Patriots' offense didn't pass the line of scrimmage on 22.6% of their snaps over the past two games.

— Mac Jones had a touchdown pass, Nick Folk added four field goals and the Patriots finished with nine sacks to help New England beat the Indianapolis Colts 26-3 on Sunday.

Matthew Judon and Josh Uche each get three sacks each in dominant performance from the Patriots' defense.

Gostkowski is officially done kicking in games, but Patriots fans will still get a taste of him when he announces Sunday's tilt with the Colts.

Mina Kimes breaks down why the Patriots' defense will lead them to victory over a young Colts offense without Jonathan Taylor.

— The Indianapolis Colts and New England Patriots meet for the second straight year with their seasons at a crossroads.

INDIANAPOLIS (3-4-1) at NEW ENGLAND (4-4)

Fans may have been chanting for Bailey Zappe in Week 7, but after Jones led the Patriots to a Week 8 win over the Jets, Jones is locked in.

Patriots wide receiver DeVante Parker received "good news" on tests from the knee injury that knocked him out of Sunday's win over the New York Jets. It has been diagnosed as a sprain, a source told ESPN Senior NFL Reporter Jeremy Fowler.

Bill Belichick moved into sole possession of second place on the all-time wins list Sunday, breaking a tie with Hall of Famer George Halas.

Stephen A. Smith explains how the Patriots' rotating coaching staff has hindered Mac Jones' performance this season.

Marcus Spears and Keyshawn Johnson discuss Bill Belichick's decision to start Mac Jones against the Jets.

Bill Belichick does not comment on whether a healthy Mac Jones will be the starting quarterback in New England.

Zappe is still a long shot to win the AP Offensive Rookie of the Year, but his Monday Night Football performance had bettors putting money on him.

Marcus Spears and Domonique Foxworth debate if Mac Jones or Bailey Zappe should start in the Patriots next game.

Patriots coach Bill Belichick wasn't ready to name a starting QB in the aftermath of Monday night's blowout loss to the Bears, during which both Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe struggled.

Bill Belichick does not offer up too much information as to why Mac Jones was benched after throwing an interception.

Bailey Zappe replaced Mac Jones at QB for the Patriots, but Justin Fields led the Bears to victory on Monday Night Football.

Mike Pennel Jr. is ejected for a blindside block during Roquan Smith's interception return.

David Montgomery won't be denied as he powers into the end zone to give the Bears a 32-14 lead.

DeVante Parker's outstanding snag over two defenders sets up a Rhamondre Stevenson touchdown to give the Patriots the lead.

Khalil Herbert gathers the rock and outruns the Patriots' defense to cross the goal line for a Bears touchdown.

Jaquan Brisker elevates and brings down his first career interception in style to give the Bears possession.

Jakobi Meyers hauls in the dime from Bailey Zappe and fights to cross the goal line to put the Patriots on the board.

Bailey Zappe receives a big ovation from the New England crowd as he enters the game for Mac Jones.

DeVante Parker's outstanding snag over two defenders sets up a Rhamondre Stevenson touchdown to give the Patriots the lead.

Justin Fields keeps it himself and crosses the goal line to give the Bears a 10-0 lead.

Only Dolphins legend Don Shula has more wins than Belichick and Halas, whose similar leadership styles led to great success.

Our betting experts answer some of the most pressing questions surrounding Monday night's matchup between the Bears and Patriots.

New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones said on Friday his injured left ankle is improving ahead of Monday night's game vs. the Chicago Bears.

— Bill Belichick has never hidden his affinity for football history.

Keyshawn Johnson sees more rhythm in New England's offense with Bailey Zappe, but Mike Reiss doesn't see a QB controversy and expects Mac Jones to regain the starting job.

Max Kellerman and Todd Archer detail the heated exchange between Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Patriots owner Robert Kraft.

Sources report that Robert Kraft and Jerry Jones had a heated exchange regarding Roger Goodell's contract.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Patriots owner Robert Kraft engaged in a heated exchange Tuesday ahead of a vote on whether to open negotiations on a new contract with commissioner Roger Goodell, sources said.

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones and Patriots owner Robert Kraft engaged in a heated exchange Tuesday ahead of a vote on whether to open negotiations on a new contract with commissioner Roger Goodell, sources said.

As Jones gets closer to returning from his injury, Zappe's quality performance as the starter could buy the Pats some extra time.

— Rookie backup Bailey Zappe threw for 309 yards and two touchdowns in his third NFL game, Bill Belichick tied George Halas for second on the all-time list with his 324th victory, and the New England Patriots buried the Cleveland Browns 38-15 on Sunday.

The New England Patriots declared Saturday afternoon that two injured players would be out for the game - CB Jonathan Jones and WR Nelson Agholor - but it was notable that QB Mac Jones wasn't part of the club's announcement.

Ryan Clark breaks down why he is picking the Browns to top the Patriots in Week 6.

NEW ENGLAND (2-3) at CLEVELAND (2-3)

Doug Kezirian thinks the Patriots' defense will limit the Browns in a low-scoring contest.

Dan Campbell didn’t mince words when describing Sunday’s 29-0 loss at Gillette Stadium.

Jones stole the ball from T.J. Hockenson, then showed remarkable dexterity to stay in bounds.

Patriots QB Mac Jones is doubtful for Sunday's game against the Lions, putting rookie Bailey Zappe in position for his first career start.

DETROIT (1-3) at NEW ENGLAND (1-3)

Lions running back D'Andre Swift will likely sit out Sunday's game vs. the Patriots and return in Week 7 after the bye, a source told ESPN.

The Patriots have agreed to a deal with veteran linebacker Jamie Collins. This will be Collins' fourth stint with the Pats after being drafted by them in the second round in 2013.

Despite facing a third-string rookie QB for much of Sunday's game, the Packers just barely managed a win over the Patriots in overtime, prompting Aaron Rodgers to remark, "This way of winning, I don't think, is sustainable."

— Aaron Rodgers rebounded from a dreadful start and helped the Green Bay Packers spoil Bailey Zappe's unexpected NFL debut with the New England Patriots.

— Mason Crosby made a 31-yard field goal as time expired in overtime, and the Green Bay Packers topped the New England Patriots 27-24 on Sunday, spoiling rookie quarterback Bailey Zappe’s NFL debut.

Bailey Zappe throws his first touchdown in the NFL to DeVante Parker as the Patriots grab the lead.

Jack Jones jumps in front of Aaron Rodgers's pass attempt, intercepting the ball and taking it to the house in his rookie debut for the Patriots.

Zappe's 25-yard touchdown pass to DeVante Parker was the first one thrown by a rookie this season.

Jones collected just the fourth pick-six of quarterback Aaron Rodgers's 18-season NFL career.

Having had so much success during the Bill Belichick era, the Patriots are in an unusual position at Green Bay in Week 4.

Marcus Spears says that with the growth of the Packers' offense will help them take care of business at home vs. the Patriots.

Russell Wilson hits back at a meme, Gregg Popovich knows what motivates him, DeMar DeRozan thought he'd be with the Lakers, and James Harden's got jokes.

NEW ENGLAND (1-2) at GREEN BAY (2-1)

Bill Belichick fields multiple queries on Mac Jones' injury with a refrain of "day by day."

Patriots coach Bill Belichick said Wednesday that injured QB Mac Jones is "definitely making a lot of progress in the last 48 hours." But when peppered with follow-up questions, Belichick would only offer a variation of the same answer: "Day. By. Day."

Patriots QB Mac Jones on Monday deflected questions about the timetable for his recovery from a high ankle sprain, repeating variations of the phrase "day to day" nine times during his media session with reporters.

Amanda Belichick discusses the dynamic of having so many members of her family in the coaching business.

Mac Jones goes down injured late in the Patriots' loss to the Ravens.

Ryan Clark expects Lamar Jackson to bring the Ravens to 2-1 with a win over the Patriots.

BALTIMORE (1-1) at NEW ENGLAND (1-1)

Bill Belichick says the Patriots will have to play a fundamentally sound game if they want to beat the Ravens.

The list of 129 nominees for the 2023 Pro Football Hall of Fame was released Tuesday, headlined by Joe Thomas, Darrelle Revis and Dwight Freeney. That list will be reduced to 25 semifinalists in November.

Mac Jones' 44-yard hookup with wide receiver Nelson Agholor put the Patriots ahead going in to the half at Pittsburgh

The Pats lost their season opener to the Dolphins, which means a two-decade streak could fall in Week 2.

Former Patriots offensive lineman and College Football Hall of Famer Shelby Jordan died earlier this month at the age of 70.

Patriots QB Mac Jones, who missed practice Thursday for the first time in his two seasons because of an illness, returned to work Friday ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers.

Rob Ninkovich explains why the Patriots are facing a must-win game against the Steelers in Week 2.

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones didn't practice on Thursday due to an illness.

Scans on New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones' back came back "normal," a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Mike Reiss reports on Patriots QB Mac Jones' back injury in the team's loss to the Dolphins in Week 1.

Nelson Agholor fumbles pass from Mac Jones to give the Dolphins back the ball in the fourth quarter.

The Dolphins have scored on defense and offense in building their lead.

— For Bill Belichick and Mike McDaniel, the 2000 season was a big deal. Belichick was starting his run as coach of the New England Patriots. McDaniel was starting at wide receiver for Smoky Hill High School.

Coach Bill Belichick said the Patriots' arrival Tuesday, five days before the game, will give them the opportunity to adjust to the conditions in South Florida.

Stephen A. Smith explains why he expects Bill Belichick to fix the Patriots' offense this season.

Bill Belichick and Chris Berman exchange some kind words after Berman walks into Belichick's news conference.

In 2021, Judon had 12.5 sacks in his first 13 games but none in his final five games, which coincided with the Patriots' 1-4 finish.

While practicing with the Raiders in Las Vegas, the usually stolid coach and the team took advantage of some downtime.

Dana White appears to give Bill Belichick a rare smile after gifting him with a UFC championship belt.

Sam Acho and Dan Graziano debate whether the Patriots will make the playoffs this season.