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NFL quarterback rankings: The best and worst starting QBs for 2020, ranked 1-32

Here are Sporting news' updated NFL quarterback rankings for the 2020 season from 1-32, starting with Patrick Mahomes down to Jarrett Stidham.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tracking NFL practice squad signings

NFL practice squads are being assembled today. Here are the signings and rosters for all 32 teams.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots predictions 2020: Final record projection, Super Bowl 55 odds

Here are our predictions for the Patriots in 2020 as part of our complete projections for the NFL season.

Joseph Rivera

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Leonard Fournette rumors: Patriots express interest in signing free-agent RB, per report

Fournette, waived Monday by the Jaguars, has reportedly garnered interest from the Patriots, who typically deploy their running backs by committee under Bill Belichick.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Leonard Fournette's best fits after Jaguars release include Bears, Steelers, Patriots

The Jaguars did Fournette no favors with the timing, but here are six teams that make the most sense, because of injuries or other concerns for their running games.

Vinnie Iyer

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What to expect for Cam Newton's first season in New England

It's clear from Patriots training camp that Cam Newton still has to earn the starting quarterback job in New England by beating out second-year QB Jarett Stidham.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2021: Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields have company at QB

Now that we know who or who isn't playing college football in 2020, it's time again to look ahead to the 2021 NFL Draft. Where might Trevor Lawrence, Justin Fields and other top prospects go in the first round? Sporting News' second mock draft of next year's class looks for answers.

Vinnie Iyer

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Early NFL picks against the spread for Week 1

In our early picks and predictions for Week 1 of the 2020 NFL season, the Chiefs and Patrick Mahomes pick up where they left off. Plus, Tom's Brady's Tampa tenure starts with a loss and an impressive upset in one rookie quarterback's debut.

Vinnie Iyer

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Pats could use platoon QB system early on, Belichick says

Cam Newton, Brian Hoyer and Jarrett Stidham are battling to be the starter for New England following Tom Brady's exit.

Rob Lancaster

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Bill Belichick on Cam Newton

Bill Belichick called his 31-year-old quarterback a "hard-working kid."

Sacha Pisani

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Here's how Lamar Miller's free-agent signing fits into Patriots', Bill Belichick's plans

The Patriots agreed to terms with Miller on Monday.

Dan Bernstein

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Patriots' Devin McCourty says it's 'an absolute joke' that NFL is moving opt-out deadline

The NFL wants to shorten the deadline for its opt-out policy because of concerns over players taking advantage of the situation, reports Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk.

SJ Lynn

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Think Bill Belichick is tanking? Patriots safety Patrick Chung thinks you're 'dumb'

Chung isn't here for the New England conspiracy theories as he and other Patriots opt out of the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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Is Bill Belichick the mastermind behind Patriots opt-outs? One NFL exec thinks so

We have another New England conspiracy theory after so many Patriots players opted out of the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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No, Bill Belichick is not tanking so the Patriots can draft Trevor Lawrence

The omnipresent conspiracy theory surrounding the Patriots' 2020 offseason moves is a bit absurd, even by Hoodie standards. Here are all the reasons why Bill Belichick isn't tanking for Trevor Lawrence.

Bill Bender

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How the Patriots can replace their player opt-outs

Bill Belichick is suddenly forced to address significant holes on defense and the offensive line with the opt-outs of three more veteran starters.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL GM rankings 2020: Best, worst decision-makers in the league

NFL general managers can both rise fast and fall hard. Here's how we have them ranked, 1-32, with the leaders of last year's Super Bowl teams deservingly on top.

Vinnie Iyer

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Michael Bennett explains how the pandemic helped him announce NFL retirement

A Super Bowl champion with the Seattle Seahawks, Michael Bennett spent 11 years in the NFL despite going undrafted.

Omnisport

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Antonio Brown apparently announces retirement from NFL in a series of tweets

Looks like AB has retired from football again.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots' Cam Newton stars in new PETA ad

The New England Patriots quarterback shares the benefits of a plant-based diet in a new commercial for the animal-rights group.

SJ Lynn

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Former Patriots player explains why Cam Newton won't start for New England

Will Jarrett Stidham actually be the starting quarterback for the Patriots in 2020?

Jordan Heck

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Patriots' Bill Belichick becomes a meme eating a sub during Subway ad shoot

The Super Bowl-winning coach was enjoying lunch on a bench in Branford, Conn., and the internet took notice.

Tom Gatto

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Cam Newton promises he'll give Patriots an upgrade over Tom Brady in at least one area

In a roundtable conversation with former New York Giants star Victor Cruz, Browns wideout Odell Beckham and Rams running back Todd Gurley on a YouTube program called “The Bigger Picture,” the new Patriots QB declared that he is undaunted in replacing Brady.

Mike DeCourcy

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Patriots' Julian Edelman offers DeSean Jackson opportunity for 'uncomfortable' conversation — at Holocaust Museum

Patriots receiver Julian Edelman, the MVP of Super Bowl 53, offered to accompany Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson to the Holocaust Museum and Learning Center in Washington to help facilitate a “conversation” after Jackson posted false and anti-Semitic statements on social media earlier this week.

Mike DeCourcy

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Cam Newton confuses fans with 'tired of being humble' post

NFL fans were quick to point out that the 31-year-old NFL star, who is known for his love of fashion and excessive celebrations on the field, hasn't exactly been all that humble in the past.

SJ Lynn

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Cam Newton says Patriots contract is about respect, not money

Cam Newton took to social media to respond to comments about his salary after joining the Patriots.

Jon Palmieri

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Super Bowl 55 odds: Buccaneers, Steelers — not Patriots — top best value bets

Bill Belichick's New England squad is not thought of on nearly the same level without its Hall of Fame-bound quarterback.

Vinnie Iyer

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Details of Cam Newton's new contract with Patriots confirm total lowball

The Patriots signed Cam Newton to a shockingly small guaranteed dollar amount.

Vinnie Iyer

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TB12 to Edelman: I'll always be your No. 1

Cam Newton's arrival in New England has excited Julian Edelman, but Tom Brady says he will always be the receiver's "No. 1."

Nicholas McGee

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Cam Newton thanks Panthers fans in video, says he never wanted to leave Carolina

The new Patriots quarterback says it was the Panthers' decision to let him go.

Tom Gatto

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Newton's contract with Pats spurs memories of Tannehill's deal with Titans

The last time an AFC team signed a veteran quarterback to this kind of contract, it ended up in the conference championship game.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL training camp openings remain on schedule as league tries to stay the course

The league is sticking with its initial timetable for now as teams work out plans for players to return to facilities.

Tom Gatto

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Latest Patriots punishment feels like it's meant to be a joke

The Patriots were caught cheating. Again. But the NFL's lenient punishment only reinforces the team's win-at-any-cost approach.

Mike DeCourcy

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Richard Sherman calls Cam Newton's contract with the Patriots 'disgusting'

The 49ers cornerback can't believe how little the new Patriots quarterback will make in 2020.

Liam Blackburn

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Breaking down the Patriots' new QB situation with Cam Newton

The signing of Cam Newton throws a late curveball into the Patriots' QB depth chart and brings even greater mystery to what New England will get in the passing game post Tom Brady.

Vinnie Iyer

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Four reasons why Cam Newton signing improves Patriots' Super Bowl odds in 2020

The timing on the Cam Newton contract makes a lot of sense for the Patriots, but will it help them stay relevant in the AFC playoff race in 2020?

Bill Bender

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Patriots punished for Bengals videotaping incident

New England will pay a hefty price for the footage it shot at a Browns-Bengals game in December.

Tadd Haislop

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Jets' Jamal Adams tweets props to Bill Belichick, Patriots for signing Cam Newton

The All-Pro safety was either being ironic in an elite manner, or he was tweaking the Jets organization, which is no hurry to tear up a contract that has up to two years remaining.

Tom Gatto

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Patriots adding Cam Newton to QB mix

The 2015 NFL MVP was out of work for about three months. Now he'll compete for the opportunity to succeed Tom Brady.

Tom Gatto

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Police think former NFL WR Reche Caldwell may have been targeted in killing

The New England Patriots said they were "deeply saddened" to hear news of former wide receiver Reche Caldwell's death.

Stats Perform News

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Patriots might not see Jarrett Stidham as NFL ready: 'Brian Hoyer will be the starter'

A former New England linebacker is skeptical of Stidham's chances of starting the 2020 season under center.

Dan Bernstein

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Tom Brady vs. Peyton Manning: Looking back at their 17 legendary head-to-head matchups

Tom Brady and Peyton Manning met 17 times on the football field. We look back at those legendary head-to-head matchups.

Bill Bender

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Kraft Super Bowl ring fetches $1.025 million

The winning bid for the fifth of Robert Kraft's six Super Bowl rings surpassed $1 million on Thursday.

Sacha Pisani

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Frank Gore: AFC East is 'wide open'

Frank Gore feels the balance of power has shifted in the division after Tom Brady's departure from the New England Patriots.

Sacha Pisani

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ESPN to make Tom Brady documentary

Tom Brady's Super Bowl experiences will be the subject of an ESPN documentary titled 'The Man in the Arena'.

Matt Kelley

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Tom Brady uses Michael Jordan 'Last Dance' meme to endorse 28-3 reference

The Bucs quarterback couldn't resist a callback to one of his greatest comebacks.

Tom Gatto

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NFL uniform rankings: Patriots, Chargers rise with new looks for 2020; Falcons fall

Here is our updated ranking of all 32 NFL team uniform sets for the 2020 season.

Tadd Haislop

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New NFL uniforms 2020: Here are the jerseys for Patriots, Buccaneers, Falcons, Browns and Chargers

Nearly a third of the league got new or updated looks for the 2020 NFL season. Here they are and how they're changed up.

Joe Rivera

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Patriots schedule 2020: Dates & times for all 16 games, strength of schedule, final record prediction

Here is a complete breakdown of the New England Patriots’ 2020 schedule, including dates, start times and analysis for all 16 games.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Week 1 odds: Early point spreads, betting lines set with 2020 schedule release

The Chiefs are heavily favored in the scheduled opening game of the 2020 season.

Tom Gatto

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The 17 must-watch games on the 2020 NFL schedule

Sporting News ranks the best games on the NFL schedule for 2020.

Bill Bender

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Cam Newton to the Patriots rumors are dead in the water, according to report

It doesn't sound like the Patriots have much, if any, interest in the former Panthers QB.

Joe Rivera

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Don Shula certainly wasn't a fan of Patriots head coach Bill Belichick

The legendary NFL coach, who died May 4, had some choice words for the current Patriots head coach.

Joe Rivera

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NFL schedule 2020: Interconference games could fill early weeks; 5 big matchups we may miss

AFC vs. NFC action may be crammed into the first quarter of the season. They would then be the first game to go if the league needs to delay its season because of the coronavirus pandemic.

Tom Gatto

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NFL schedule release date 2020: When to expect an announcement, strength of schedule & more

Here is what we know about the NFL's 2020 schedule release date plans.

Tadd Haislop

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Tom Brady 'probably just got fed up' with Bill Belichick, according to a former Patriots teammate

Former Patriots cornerback Asante Samuel offers some insight as to where the Brady-Belichick dynamic maybe went wrong.

Joe Rivera

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Is Jarrett Stidham ready to be Patriots starting quarterback? His former coach thinks so

All signs point to the second-year signal-caller being the guy in Foxborough.

Austin Anderson

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What Andy Dalton's release from Bengals means for Patriots, Cam Newton

With Jameis Winston signing with the Saints, it's now Dalton and fellow 2011 draftee Newton as the best quarterbacks available in NFL free agency.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL power rankings: Buccaneers, Bills join top tier; Patriots, Bears fall behind after 2020 draft

With the 2020 NFL Draft completed and most key free agents signed, here are Sporting News' latest NFL power rankings, updated with each team's offseason moves.

Vinnie Iyer

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Rob Gronkowski's comments about having Bucs' playbook early? J/K, he says

The Tampa Bay tight end now says he wasn't studying his new team's plays in advance of a trade.

Tom Gatto

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Patriots draft pick Justin Rohrwasser now says he'll remove 'shameful' Three Percenters tattoo

The Patriots' rookie kicker explained his controversial tattoo, which bears the logo of the far-right militia group the Three Percenters.

Jordan Heck

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Cam Newton rumors: Will the Patriots, Steelers or another team finally sign free-agent QB?

The 2020 NFL Draft is complete. Most of the notable moves have been made in NFL free agency. Now the biggest offseason question becomes whether anyone, most notably the Patriots, will still sign quarterback Cam Newton.

Vinnie Iyer

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Are the Patriots aiming to land Trevor Lawrence in the 2021 NFL Draft?

At least one report suggests the idea of New England landing Lawrence is worth taking seriously.

Tadd Haislop

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Bill Belichick on Patriots' QB depth chart after NFL Draft: 'I have confidence in both players'

Bill Belichick insisted it "wasn't by design" for the Patriots to come away from the 2020 NFL Draft without a quarterback to accompany Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer.

Sacha Pisani

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Patriots draft picks 2020: Who did New England take? Full list of NFL Draft selections

Here is a complete list of New England Patriots draft picks in the 2020 NFL Draft, updated as selections are made.

Jacob Hancock

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Why didn't the Patriots draft a QB? Bill Belichick keeps everyone guessing again with NFL Draft strategy

The Patriots passed on 10 opportunities to choose a quarterback in the 2020 NFL Draft. Instead, they'll move forward with Jarrett Stidham still penciled in as the QB1 and the many questions surrounding that decision.

Mike DeCourcy

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Patriots draft pick Justin Rohrwasser tries to straighten out his far-right problem

The former Marshall standout says he didn't understand what the Three Percenters represented when he got a tattoo of the group as a teenager.

Mike DeCourcy

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Bill Belichick's dog sits in for Patriots' first pick, steals the NFL Draft show on Day 2

After the Patriots picked Kyle Duggar, ESPN revealed who is really running the Patriots draft.

Austin Anderson

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NFL mock draft 2020: Final 2-round projections send QBs to Dolphins, Chargers, Saints; Cowboys, Patriots steal WRs

Here is our final NFL mock draft for 2020, projecting all picks for Rounds 1-2.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020, 3-round edition: Dolphins pass on Tua Tagovailoa; Cowboys, 49ers, Patriots add to defenses

Sporting News' latest NFL mock draft for 2020 covers the first three rounds with in-depth analysis for every team's picks.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tua Tagovailoa draft projection: A trade, a slide and all other scenarios in the 2020 NFL Draft

Which team will be willing to take Tua Tagovailoa in the first round? What if he falls outside the top 10? We break down each potential scenario for the most interesting prospect in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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Rob Gronkowski trade grades: No-brainer for Patriots, head-scratcher for Buccaneers

Sporting News grades the Rob Gronkowski trade between the Patriots and Bucs.

Vinnie Iyer

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Bucs, Patriots complete trade to bring Rob Gronkowski out of retirement

Gronk might have one final season left in him after all.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Rob Gronkowski hints at NFL return: 'I'm not totally done'

Amid rumors he could join the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Rob Gronkowski has hinted at a possible NFL return.

Russell Greaves

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Patriots uniform reveal had one crucial mistake: They used the wrong pants

The Patriots mistakingly used the wrong pants in the promotion of their new uniforms.

Jordan Heck

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Where do new Chargers uniforms rank among Nike NFL redesigns?

Nike has had plenty of redesigns since taking over for their uniforms in the early 2010s, but they've not all been hits. Here's a ranking of their work so far.

Joe Rivera

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NFL mock draft 2020 with trades: Packers, Eagles, Raiders, Seahawks move up to address needs

Our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 includes a handful of trades that shake up the first two rounds.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft sleepers: 11 possible steals in 2020 include KJ Hamler, Clyde Edwards-Helaire

These players might not be on your radar now, but you will be glad if your team picks one of them in the 2020 NFL Draft.

Tadd Haislop

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Which quarterback will the Patriots draft? New England's options to replace Tom Brady

The Patriots could roll with Jarrett Stidham, but they are also sitting on 12 total draft picks that give them much flexibility in targeting a rookie QB.

Vinnie Iyer

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Jameis Winston on Buccaneers replacing him with Tom Brady: 'Kudos to me'

Jameis Winston acknowledged Tom Brady was "the GOAT" as he reflected on losing his starting job with the Buccaneers.

Chris Myson

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Tom Brady on why he didn't endorse Donald Trump: 'Totally different than the support of a friend'

"The political support is totally different than the support of a friend," Tom Brady told Howard Stern on Wednesday.

Jordan Greer

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Tom Brady’s Howard Stern interview: 10 key revelations on Patriots, Buccaneers and life with Gisele

Tom Brady's guest spot with Howard Stern will go down as one of the greatest sports interviews of all time.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady reveals his testicle grew to the size of 'an orange' after early-career injury

During an in-depth interview with Howard Stern, Tom Brady shared an interesting story about a painful injury.

Jordan Heck

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Tom Brady reveals why he left the Patriots for the Buccaneers

The GOAT still feels like he has some unfinished business in the NFL.

Jacob Hancock

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Patriots' Julian Edelman trade rumors make no sense — for Lions, Bucs or any other team

The Patriots need Julian Edelman much more than potential trade suitors.

Vinnie Iyer

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'The Masked Singer:' White Tiger revealed as Rob Gronkowski

The White Tiger was eliminated from "The Masked Singer" on Wednesday; it was revealed to be the former New England Patriots tight end.

SJ Lynn

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Robert Kraft uses Patriots plane, secures 1.2 million medical masks from China for healthcare workers

The New England owner stepped up in a big way to help the country fight the coronavirus pandemic.

Joe Rivera

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Bill Belichick 'was only going to pay Tom Brady so much' to stay with Patriots

Charlie Weis insists Tom Brady and Bill Belichick have respect for each other but felt money was part of the reason for the QB's departure.

Chris Myson

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Patriots' Matt Slater makes case New England can survive without Tom Brady

Tom Brady's exit following a glorious two-decade run in New England leaves an obvious void, but Matthew Slater backed his team to step up.

Sacha Pisani

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Stidham can handle taking over for Brady, says one of his ex-coaches

All eyes are on presumptive starter Jarrett Stidham after Tom Brady ended his long association with the New England Patriots.

Liam Blackburn

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Montana: Pats made mistake

Hall of Famer and four-time Super Bowl champion Joe Montana talked about Tom Brady's exit from the New England Patriots.

Sacha Pisani

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Bucs coach Arians backs Brady

Bruce Arians addressed concerns about new Tampa Bay quarterback Tom Brady, who left the New England Patriots after 20 seasons.

Sacha Pisani

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Where will Cam Newton sign in 2020? Ranking his 6 best landing spots in NFL free agency

Cam Newton is a free agent for the first time in his NFL career after his release from the Panthers. Here are the best remaining fits for the quarterback, from the Redskins to the Patriots.

Vinnie Iyer

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Why Cam Newton is the Patriots' best option to replace Tom Brady

Should the Patriots pursue Cam Newton? Here are all the reasons it would make sense.

Bill Bender

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NFL free agency shakes up first round

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with free agency having changed our projections for several first-round picks.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady, self-proclaimed Patriots fan, sounds at peace with his decision to leave for Buccaneers

Brady took the high road in response to Patriots-related questions.

Dan Bernstein

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The Colts reportedly had Tom Brady's interest but 'were set on' Philip Rivers instead

Did Indianapolis make the right move in signing Rivers, even though it might have had a shot at Brady in free agency?

Tadd Haislop

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Kraft thanks Brady

In a full-page ad in the Tampa Bay Times, Robert Kraft said: "There will never be another Tom Brady".

Liam Blackburn

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'Madden 20': First look at Tom Brady, other NFL stars in new uniforms

See what some of the biggest stars who've changed teams in the 2020 NFL offseason look like in their new threads.

Austin Anderson

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Tom Brady's big mistake in leaving the Patriots for the Buccaneers is all about the timing

In a normal year, Brady would have no problem transitioning to a new team. But amid the coronavirus pandemic that has NFL offseason programs on hold, this is not a normal year.

Jeff Diamond

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Who will be the Patriots' next quarterback? Exploring New England's best Tom Brady replacements for 2020

The Tom Brady era is over in New England. Here are the Patriots' options to replace their longtime QB for the 2020 season and beyond, from veteran free agents and trade targets to the 2020 NFL Draft class.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL free agency tracker: The 10 best available free agents still unsigned in 2020

Several good players are still available in 2020 NFL free agency.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL free agency tracker 2020: Live updates on news, rumors, signings and trades

Sporting News is tracking live NFL free agency news and rumors as the league opens for business. Follow along for updates on the top players available.

Tadd Haislop

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Could Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman join Tom Brady in Tampa Bay?

Some social media activity makes it seem like a possibility.

Austin Anderson

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How the Buccaneers became Tom Brady's best fit in his quest to win a Super Bowl without the Patriots

Tampa Bay offers Brady something no other team in NFL free agency could match.

Vinnie Iyer

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Will Antonio Brown follow Tom Brady to Buccaneers? 'Impression' is QB wants to reunite with WR

The GOAT might want to bring Brown to the Bay.

Joe Rivera

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The big problem with saying Tom Brady is 'Forever a Patriot'

Tom Brady announced Tuesday morning he will not be returning to the Patriots for the 2020 NFL season.

Jordan Greer

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What team is Tom Brady going to be on? Breaking down NFL rumors for QB

Tom Brady is leaving the Patriots. Here are the teams he could play for next:

Jordan Heck

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Who is the Patriots' backup QB? Jarrett Stidham suddenly has shot at QB1 job with Tom Brady leaving

Here's what you need to know about the former Auburn Tiger, who could be next in line in the Patriots' quarterback depth chart.

Joe Rivera

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Buffalo mayor takes jab at Tom Brady, reminds fans to 'celebrate responsibly' amid coronavirus

With Brady leaving the Patriots, the Bills could hoist their first division title in 25 years.

Austin Anderson

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Who will Tom Brady, Buccaneers play in Week 1? 5 prime-time options

There are a ton of possibilities for a blockbuster Sunday night or Monday night opener involving Brady and his new team.

Tom Gatto

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Tom Brady free agency rumors: Buccaneers 'expected landing spot' after QB leaves Patriots

Brady has already announced he won't be staying with New England. Tampa Bay looks like his destination of choice.

Dan Bernstein

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Bill Belichick, with help from Tom Brady, has been main driver of Patriots' success

Tom Brady has been a spectacular quarterback, the ideal player to execute his coach’s vision on offense, but there is so much more to what has made the Patriots great than the number of points they score.

Mike DeCourcy

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Tom Brady rumors tracker: Latest free agency news, updates, projections to sign Patriots QB

Will Tom Brady leave the Patriots for another team in free agency, or will he stay in New England? Here are the latest news and rumors as we get closer to answers.

Tadd Haislop

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How Tom Brady leaving impacts Patriots' odds to win Super Bowl 55, AFC East & more

How does Tom Brady's decision to leave New England register in Las Vegas? Here's a look at the latest Super Bowl odds.

Bill Bender

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Patriots owner Robert Kraft reacts to Tom Brady's departure: 'I had hoped this day would never come'

Here is what Kraft had to say about Brady's decision to leave New England in free agency.

Liam Blackburn

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Bill Belichick reacts to Tom Brady's decision to leave Patriots: 'He was a tone setter and a bar raiser'

The New England coach issued a lengthy statement Tuesday after the quarterback announced he would sign elsewhere in free agency.

Tadd Haislop

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Did Tom Brady retire? Explaining the quarterback's statement and NFL future

Tom Brady released a statement saying he's leaving the Patriots, but does that mean he's leaving football for good?

Jordan Heck

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Helping Patriots fans deal with Tom Brady's departure, in seven steps

Tom Brady is gone. How are Patriots fans supposed to deal with that? Take one writer's advice on how to proceed.

Bill Bender

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Frank Caliendo breaks out Morgan Freeman impression, narrates Tom Brady's Patriots departure

Ellis "Red" Redding makes an appearance during NFL free agency.

Joe Rivera

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The hit that started Tom Brady era with Patriots: What if Mo Lewis never injured Drew Bledsoe?

Tom Brady is arguably the NFL's greatest quarterback of all time with six Super Bowl rings across two decades in New England. It can all be traced back to a single play on Sept. 23, 2001.

Joe Rivera

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Remembering Tom Brady's final pass as a Patriot — a pick-six

Not quite the storybook ending Brady might have hoped for to end his Patriots tenure.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tom Brady says goodbye to the Patriots: 'My football journey will take place elsewhere'

The Tom Brady era is officially over for the Patriots after 20 years and six Super Bowl championships.

Joe Rivera

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Tom Brady's career by the numbers: 6 Super Bowl rings, 249 wins & more as Patriots era ends

We look at the remarkable numbers behind soon-to-be free agent Tom Brady's career with the New England Patriots.

Liam Blackburn

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Did DeAndre Hopkins’ relationship with Bill O’Brien stop a trade to the Patriots?

Before DeAndre Hopkins was shockingly traded to the Cardinals, the Patriots reportedly inquired about the wide receiver in an interesting NFL "what if" story.

Jordan Heck

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There is a favorite for Tom Brady in free agency, and it's not the Patriots

As it turns out, the Patriots aren't favored to re-sign Tom Brady as NFL free agency begins — at least, according to betting odds.

Joe Rivera

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Rob Gronkowski slated to appear on upcoming WWE 'Friday Night SmackDown'

The former Patriots tight end has been teasing a move into the squared circle.

Tom Gatto

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Patriots offseason guide 2020: Key free agents, team needs, targets, salary cap & draft picks

Our complete guide to the Patriots’ offseason includes a list of free agents and top targets to fill team needs, plus updated salary cap numbers and New England's list of 2020 draft picks.

Vinnie Iyer

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Rob Gronkowski close to signing with WWE, per report

The longtime Patriots tight end could be making a big jump to the squared circle.

Joe Rivera

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Tom Brady launching Hollywood production company

The NFL star plans to make documentaries, feature films and TV shows with his new Hollywood production company "199 Productions."

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If Tom Brady were the Bachelor, which NFL team would get a rose?

At least six NFL teams are known to be vying for Tom Brady's affections. Who will capture the quarterback's heart and lock him down (to a new contract) on this season of "The Bachelor: NFL free agency"?

E Carson and Aus...

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Sounds like Tom Brady and Bill Belichick had a pretty awkward phone conversation

The quarterback and coach are now talking, but that's not necessarily a good thing for Patriots fans who want Brady to return.

Tadd Haislop

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This 'Tom Brady to the 49ers, Jimmy Garoppolo to the Pats' trade rumor is peak NFL offseason

The reported idea would make little sense for San Francisco.

Dan Bernstein

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Tom Brady vs. the incumbent: Who would Raiders, Titans, Giants, others rather have in 2020?

The latest Brady rumors suggest the QB is leaving the Patriots in free agency, but that doesn't mean he is the best option for the teams that reportedly could try to sign him.

Joe Rivera

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Did Tom Brady disagree with Julian Edelman's claims 'he's coming back' to Patriots?

Did the longtime Patriots quarterback just tip his hand as to his future NFL plans?

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Gisele hopes Tom Brady's free agency decision takes family 'somewhere nice'

Tom Brady's wife knows just as much as we do when it comes to where he will sign as a free agent.

Tadd Haislop

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Where will Cam Newton play in 2020? Ranking QB's 5 best fits, from Panthers to Patriots

Carolina might keep Newton for the 2020 season, but at this point, are the Panthers the best fit for the 30-year-old quarterback?

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady's return to Patriots 'not looking good,' new rumors say, but does it matter at this point?

What should we make of Thursday's reports that Tom Brady is likely to leave New England for another team in free agency?

Tadd Haislop

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NFL free agent rankings 2020: Amari Cooper, A.J. Green lead top 10 wide receivers available

Sporting News ranks the top 10 wide receivers heading into the 2020 NFL free agency period.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tua Tagovailoa's seven best fits in 2020 NFL Draft, from favorite Dolphins to long-shot Patriots

Tua Tagovailoa's ideal NFL situation will allow him to sit and ease into a starting job as he recovers from a hip injury. Here are the seven best fits for the Alabama quarterback heading into the 2020 NFL Draft.

Bill Bender

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The Boston flee party? What Tom Brady, Patriots are thinking as QB's free agency approaches

Brady leaving New England would impact the entire NFL and create an unfamiliar vibe within the Patriots organization. Former NFL GM Jeff Diamond explains how that will be considered as the QB and the team weigh their options for free agency.

Jeff Diamond

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Logan Paul drops YouTube diss track on Antonio Brown while wearing a Tom Brady jersey

The momentum toward a boxing match between Logan Paul and Antonio Brown continues to build.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady and Raiders sounds weird, but here are 3 reasons why it would work

If Tom Brady is destined for a new team in 2020, then the Raiders — yes, the Raiders — could benefit from "Tom Terrific's" presence.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL Draft order 2020: First-round picks for every team after Chiefs beat 49ers in Super Bowl 54

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 32 picks, which was finalized after the Chiefs won Super Bowl 54 on Sunday.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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Tom Brady trolls entire internet with Hulu commercial during Super Bowl 54: 'I'm not going anywhere'

The Patriots quarterback had everyone fooled.

Zac Al-Khateeb

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What is the lowest-scoring Super Bowl? List of fewest points scored in NFL history

Super Bowls in the modern NFL have been dominated by offense. That all changed in 2019, when the Patriots and Rams combined for the fewest points in Super Bowl history.

Brandon Schlager

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NFL power rankings 2020: 49ers, Chiefs stay on top; Eagles, Cowboys, Steelers lead way-too-early risers

A lot can change before the 2020 NFL season begins, but here is how we see the power rankings for all 32 teams upon the conclusion of the current season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL mock draft 2020: Patriots, Raiders, Cowboys, Giants go defense; Bucs, Chargers get in on QB

Here is our latest NFL mock draft for 2020 with the actual draft fewer than three months away.

Vinnie Iyer

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Antonio Brown posts apology to Hollywood, Fla., police after multiple incidents

The former Steelers, Raiders and Patriots receiver says that "my emotions truly did cloud my better (j)udgment."

Tom Gatto

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Jimmy Garoppolo trade, revisited: How QB quickly turned 49ers' big risk into Super Bowl reward

If someone had said five years ago that Garoppolo would be trying to win his first Super Bowl as a starting QB, everyone would have assumed it would be for the Patriots.

Vinnie Iyer

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How Jimmy Garoppolo gives 49ers best of Tom Brady and Joe Montana

From New England to San Francisco, Jimmy Garoppolo is used to being in the shadow of other quarterbacks.

Vinnie Iyer

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Is Tom Brady walking away from football in cryptic tweet? The internet grasps for the answer

The Patriots quarterback decided to have a little fun with the masses during Super Bowl week.

Tom Gatto

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Tom Brady should 'test the market' in NFL free agency, Rob Gronkowski says

Tom Brady has been urged to see what he could command on the open market by his former New England Patriots teammate Rob Gronkowski.

Liam Blackburn

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Eli Manning and the five remarkable playoff upsets that came to define his NFL career

Eli Manning's playoff heroics eliminated some of the most talented teams of his era while leading the Giants to two Super Bowl victories.

Dan Bernstein

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NFL playoff schedule 2020: Dates, times, TV channels for every round in AFC, NFC brackets

Here is the complete 2020 NFL playoff schedule, from wild-card weekend to Super Bowl 54, including TV channels, start times, scores and more.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Darrelle Revis says Richard Sherman plays scared in 49ers' pass defense

Darrelle Revis is not impressed with Richard Sherman now that Sherman is playing a lot of zone coverage.

Tom Gatto

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every team after conference championship games

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 30 picks, which was finalized with the results of Sunday's conference championship games.

Tadd Haislop

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Aaron Hernandez documentary: What to know about Netflix's 'Killer Inside,' release date & how to watch

Netflix is releasing a documentary series on Aaron Hernandez, the former Patriots tight end who was a convicted murderer.

Jordan Heck

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Aaron Hernandez timeline: From murders and trials to prison suicide

Aaron Hernandez's apparent prison suicide ended a troubled life for the former Patriots tight end. Here's a timeline of his alleged murders, trials and all the details in between.

Tadd Haislop

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Explaining Patriots' salary cap crunch: How will situation impact Tom Brady decision, 2020 free agent signings?

New England has some franchise-altering decisions to make this offseason, starting with the status of the future Hall of Fame quarterback. Here is a look at the obstacles the Patriots face in 2020.

Jason Fitzgerald

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Aaron Hernandez documentary breakdown: The most gripping details from Netflix's 'Killer Inside'

The Netflix documentary "Killer Inside: The Mind of Aaron Hernandez" explores what led the former Patriots tight end to become a convicted killer.

Jordan Heck

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every team after divisional playoffs

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 28 picks, which was finalized with the results of the divisional round.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots WR Julian Edelman, who reportedly needs knee surgery, arrested after jumping on a car

The 33-year-old was hanging out with Paul Pierce and Danny Amendola.

Joe Rivera

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Brady on his future

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady is not rushing into making a decision about his future.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL Draft order 2020: Updated list of picks for every team after wild-card playoffs

Here is the 2020 NFL Draft order for the first 24 picks, which was finalized with the results of the wild-card round.

Tadd Haislop

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Six moves Patriots can make in NFL free agency, 2020 draft to convince Tom Brady to stay

The Patriots need to have a great offseason to convince Tom Brady they are still the best team for him to compete for a seventh Super Bowl ring. New England's plan to keep No. 12 happy should include these moves.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL awards: Resurgent 49ers dominate voting for Sporting News’ 2019 honors

NFL players and coaches have spoken.

Tadd Haislop

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Did Tom Brady offer a hint about his NFL future in Instagram post?

The free-agent QB offers a small glimpse into whether or not he wants to return to the NFL for his 21st season.

Joe Rivera

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Ranking Tom Brady's best fits in NFL free agency if QB leaves Patriots

With Brady set to become a free agent for the first time in his career, here are the most ideal non-New England landing places for the future Hall of Famer.

Vinnie Iyer

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Antonio Brown is now down for boxing match with Logan Paul — even as big underdog

Would Logan Paul go from fighting KSI to AB? Consider Antonio Brown now ready to go into the ring with the talented YouTuber.

Vinnie Iyer

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Tom Brady lowers price on Massachusetts mansion by $8 million

Could this mean the Patriots star is on his way out of New England?

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Tua Tagovailoa leaves Alabama — for Dolphins?

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect both the latest selection order and Tua Tagovailoa's decision to go pro. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

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Candid comments from Robert Kraft, Tom Brady confirm Patriots can expect turbulent offseason

The Patriots owner says 2020 free agency was the quarterback's choice. Does Brady want New England the way New England still wants him?

Tadd Haislop

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Belichick stays quiet about Brady

Tom Brady's future is one of the hot topics in the NFL, but Patriots head coach Bill Belichick says he's "not prepared" to make any statements about it.

Rob Lancaster

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Calling death to Bill Belichick's Patriots dynasty after quick playoff exit is a big mistake

No matter what happens with Tom Brady in 2020, as long as the head of the New England empire is still there, the Patriots will keep competing for Super Bowls.

Vinnie Iyer

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Belichick angered by Brady question

The future of Tom Brady was on the agenda after the New England Patriots were dumped out of the NFL playoffs.

Russell Greaves

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Tom Brady-era Patriots will leave complicated legacy whenever their dynasty finally ends

New England has enjoyed an unprecedented run of success dating to the 2002 playoffs. A rainy first-round loss in the 2020 postseason may be the signal that the reign is ending.

Mike DeCourcy

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Brown wants reunion with Brady

Antonio Brown trolled the Patriots and said he only wants to play with Tom Brady in 2020.

Sacha Pisani

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NFL playoff bracket: Wild-card matchups, TV schedule for AFC, NFC

The TV schedule for the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs is set. Here is all you need to know about the first-round bracket.

Tadd Haislop

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Patriots vs. Titans final score: New England's offense shut out after halftime in wild-card loss

New England will miss the divisional round for the first time in a decade after losing to the Titans in Foxborough. Sporting News provided the live score, updates and highlights from the AFC wild-card game.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Tom Brady admits his future with Patriots is unknown, downplays retirement talk

The New England QB had to answer questions about his possible free agency or retirement after his team lost to Tennessee on Saturday night.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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Takeaways from Titans' wild-card playoff upset of Patriots

New England was eliminated from the postseason with a shocking loss to Tennessee, leading to uncertainty around Brady. That cloudy future is among the biggest takeaways from Saturday's wild-card game.

Vinnie Iyer

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Where will Tom Brady play in 2020? Breaking down QB's free-agent options to stay, retire or leave Patriots

The greatest quarterback of all time could hit free agency for the first time in his career. If Brady were to leave New England, he would have some intriguing options for the last few years of his career.

Tadd Haislop

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Did the Patriots cheat by videotaping Bengals? Examining evidence on both sides of the NFL's investigation

Is it a sequel of sorts to the Spygate scandal in which the Patriots deliberately cheated, or simply a misunderstanding and, as New England claims, an "unintended oversight" on the part of the film crew?

Tadd Haislop

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Ranking 2020 NFL free-agent QBs, from Tom Brady to Ryan Tannehill to Jameis Winston

This year could bring the most star-studded class of free-agent quarterbacks we have ever seen. Here are the best who are scheduled to hit the market this spring.

Vinnie Iyer

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Patriots vs. Titans player prop bets, over/under odds, picks for NFL wild-card playoff game

Sports Insider breaks down the over/under prop bets for Tom Brady, Ryan Tannehill and more for Patriots vs. Titans in the AFC wild-card playoff game.

SportsInsider.com

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What channel is Patriots vs. Titans on today? Time, TV schedule and live stream in Canada for NFL wild-card playoff game

The NFL playoff schedule brings us Patriots vs. Titans on Saturday night with CTV as the TV channel and a kickoff time of 8:15 p.m. ET. Here is how to watch tonight's wild-card game in New England.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff schedule: What games are on today? TV channels, schedule and live stream in Canada for 2020 wild-card round

The 2020 NFL playoffs begin with wild-card weekend. Here's everything you need to know to watch today's games, including a full schedule with TV channels, start times and scores.

J Crabtree-Hannigan

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A timeline of Patriots scandals: Spygate, Deflategate and other controversial incidents under Bill Belichick

A fresh investigation into New England's conduct has reignited debate over the moral background of the organization and its long history of pushing boundaries of the NFL rulebook under Bill Belichick.

Dan Bernstein

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Patriots vs. Titans odds, prediction, betting trends for NFL wild-card playoff game

Here's everything to know about betting on Patriots vs. Texans in the NFL playoffs, including updated odds, trends and our expert's prediction for the AFC wild-card game.

Vinnie Iyer

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Looking ahead to April

Our NFL mock draft for 2020 is updated to reflect the latest selection order. Here are our draft projections for the top prospects in the 2020 class.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picks, predictions for AFC, NFC brackets and Super Bowl 54

Sporting News' NFL experts make their predictions for the 2020 playoff bracket, including AFC and NFC champions and their picks for Super Bowl 54.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picks, predictions against spread: Patriots tame Titans, Saints rout Vikings in wild-card games

In our NFL playoff picks and predictions against the spread for this weekend's wild-card games, New England handles Tennessee. Plus, New Orleans shuts down Minnesota on its way to the divisional round.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff picks, predictions for wild-card games

In our picks and predictions for the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs, Seattle escapes Philadelphia with a close victory. Plus, Buffalo leaves Houston with its first playoff win in almost a quarter century.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff power rankings 2020: Every team's real chances to win Super Bowl 54

With the NFL playoff bracket for 2020 set, Super Bowl odds have been updated, but they don't necessarily reflect how we feel about the teams most and least likely to win the championship.

Vinnie Iyer

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Who's in the NFL playoffs 2020? Final standings, bracket, matchups for AFC & NFC

The bracket for the NFL playoffs in 2020 is set. Here are the wild-card matchups based on the final postseason standings.

Tadd Haislop

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NFL playoff picture: Final AFC, NFC standings for Week 17

Here is an updated look at the NFL playoff picture as Week 17 plays out Sunday.

Vinnie Iyer

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Ranking the NFL's 2020 playoff QBs with the most to prove, from Jimmy Garoppolo to Tom Brady

The 12 quarterbacks in the NFL's 2020 playoff field are separated by two decades. From a six-time Super Bowl champion to the seven QBs without a playoff win, each has something to prove.

Bill Bender

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NFL power rankings: Ravens, 49ers stay on top; Saints, Chiefs close gap; Bears, Falcons, Broncos rise to end 2019

Our NFL power rankings are updated to reflect where all 32 teams stand at the end of the 2019 regular season.

Vinnie Iyer

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NFL playoff clinching scenarios for Week 17

Here are all the NFL playoff clinching (and seeding) scenarios for the 11 teams that have them in Week 17.

Tadd Haislop

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