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A position-by-position breakdown of the Patriots initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season.

Analysis: Breaking down the Patriots initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season

A position-by-position breakdown of the Patriots initial 53-man roster for the 2026 season.

The Patriots announced today a series of roster moves to reach the mandatory 53-man roster limit. In addition to releasing 36 players, the Patriots acquired OL Walter Rouse and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick.

Patriots Make Roster Moves to Reach the 53-Man Roster Limit

The Patriots announced today a series of roster moves to reach the mandatory 53-man roster limit. In addition to releasing 36 players, the Patriots acquired OL Walter Rouse and a 2027 seventh-round draft pick in a trade with the Minnesota Vikings in exchange for a 2027 sixth-round draft pick.

Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones was presented with the 2026 New England Patriots Ron Burton Community Service Award at the Patriots Premiere on the field at Gillette Stadium tonight.

Marcus Jones Receives the New England Patriots 2026 Ron Burton Community Service Award

Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones was presented with the 2026 New England Patriots Ron Burton Community Service Award at the Patriots Premiere on the field at Gillette Stadium tonight.

Breaking down new S Jaylen Reed and the Patriots wide receiver depth chart after trading WR Kayshon Boutte to Houston.

Analysis: Patriots trade WR Kayshon Boutte to Texans for S Jaylen Reed, Draft Pick

Breaking down new S Jaylen Reed and the Patriots wide receiver depth chart after trading WR Kayshon Boutte to Houston.

Ann Michael Maye, avid baker and wife of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, joined Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island to create a sweet day for a local teen battling a brain tumor.

Ann Michael Maye fulfills sweet Make-A-Wish for teen battling brain tumor

Ann Michael Maye, avid baker and wife of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, joined Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island to create a sweet day for a local teen battling a brain tumor.

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L 13-37

PRESEASON WEEK 3
Thursday, Aug. 27 at 8:00 PM
Huntington Bank Field

Eagles

W 24-21

PRESEASON WEEK 2
Saturday, Aug. 22 at 7 PM
Gillette Stadium

@ Seahawks

WEEK 1
Wednesday, Sept. 9 at 8:20 PM
Lumen Field

Steelers

WEEK 2
Sunday, Sept. 20 at 1:00 PM
Gillette Stadium

@ Jaguars

WEEK 3
Sunday, Sept. 27 at 1:00 PM
EverBank Stadium

@ Bills

WEEK 4
Sunday, Oct. 4 at 1:00 PM
Highmark Stadium

Raiders

WEEK 5
Sunday, Oct. 11 at 1:00 PM
Gillette Stadium

Jets

WEEK 6
Sunday, Oct. 18 at 1:00 PM
Gillette Stadium

@ Bears

WEEK 7
Thursday, Oct. 22 at 8:15 PM
Soldier Field

@ Dolphins

WEEK 8
Sunday, Nov. 1 at 4:25 PM
Hard Rock Stadium

Packers

WEEK 9
Sunday, Nov. 8 at 4:25 PM
Gillette Stadium

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@ Lions

WEEK 10
Sunday, November 15 at 9:30 AM
FC Bayern Munich Arena

BYE WEEK

WEEK 11

@ Chargers

WEEK 12
Sunday, Nov. 29 at 8:20 PM
SoFi Stadium

Bills

WEEK 13
Sunday, Dec. 6 at 4:25 PM
Gillette Stadium

Vikings

WEEK 14
Thursday, Dec. 10 at 8:15 PM
Gillette Stadium

@ Chiefs

WEEK 15
Monday, Dec. 21 at 8:15 PM
GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium

@ Jets

WEEK 16
Sunday, Dec. 27 at 1:00 PM
MetLife Stadium

Broncos

WEEK 17
TBD
Gillette Stadium

Dolphins

WEEK 18
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Gillette Stadium

Colts

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Thursday, Aug. 13 at 7:30 PM
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The Patriots Hall of Fame presented by RTX was honored Thursday with the “Best New Exhibit” ISHY award from the International Sports Heritage Association (ISHA) in recognition of its We Are All Patriots Stage.

Patriots Hall of Fame presented by RTX wins international award for new exhibit

The Patriots Hall of Fame presented by RTX was honored Thursday with the “Best New Exhibit” ISHY award from the International Sports Heritage Association (ISHA) in recognition of its We Are All Patriots Stage.

The New England Patriots named cornerback Marcus Jones their 2026 Ron Burton Community Service Award recipient – the team’s highest individual honor – at the Patriots Premiere on Tuesday evening.

Marcus Jones honored as Ron Burton Community Service Award winner at 2026 Patriots Premiere

The New England Patriots named cornerback Marcus Jones their 2026 Ron Burton Community Service Award recipient – the team’s highest individual honor – at the Patriots Premiere on Tuesday evening.

Ann Michael Maye, avid baker and wife of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, joined Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island to create a sweet day for a local teen battling a brain tumor.

Ann Michael Maye fulfills sweet Make-A-Wish for teen battling brain tumor

Ann Michael Maye, avid baker and wife of New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye, joined Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island to create a sweet day for a local teen battling a brain tumor.

Former New England Patriots cheerleader Kayshauna Montaño, recently crowned Miss Massachusetts USA, will compete for the Miss USA title on Thursday, Aug. 27 in Miami, Fla.

Former Patriots cheerleader Kayshauna Montaño, recently crowned Miss Massachusetts USA, to compete for 2026 Miss USA title

Former New England Patriots cheerleader Kayshauna Montaño, recently crowned Miss Massachusetts USA, will compete for the Miss USA title on Thursday, Aug. 27 in Miami, Fla.

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