What is the story about?
TEAM
TALK
- Press Conference: Caleb Lomu introduced to media as the Patriots first-round draft pick. (17 min. video)
- Highlight: Caleb Lomu sees his new locker. (30 sec. video)
- Patriots Unfiltered: Rookie arrivals and minicamp preview, team/league news, offseason topics. (2 hours)
LOCAL LINKS
- Ethan Hurwitz looks at which Patriots storylines are worth paying attention to at rookie minicamp.
- Karen Guregian sees Caleb Lomu providing a much-needed insurance chip at both tackle spots.
- Doug Kyed notes Caleb Lomu says he is open to a position switch if it means playing sooner.
- Mark Daniels hears from Caleb Lomu that he’s excited to protect Drake Maye ‘for a long time.’
- Karen Guregian highlights Caleb Lomu sharing what he’s seen from Mike Vrabel so far.
- Mike D’Abate relays Caleb Lomu revealing a heartwarming moment from his flight to Boston.
- Jennifer Streeter gives us three takeaways from Caleb Lomu’s introductory press conference.
- Ethan Hurwitz makes the case that the signing of undrafted WR Nick DeGennaro might be the most underappreciated offseason move the Patriots made.
- Patriots Daily podcast: Taylor Kyles and Mike Kadlick welcome draft expert Emory Hunt for an in-depth breakdown of the Patriots’ draft class and their UDFA signings. (33 min.)
- Patriots Talk podcast: Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry discuss the Patriots offseason news, the latest on Mike Vrabel, Stefon Diggs, a first rounder for A.J. Brown? And more. (37 min.)
- Pats Interference podcast: Alex Barth and Brian Hines discuss some forgotten faces on the roster, potential candidates at T, G, LB, FB, TE, special teams positions and more. (35 min.)
- All-32 NFL podcast: Mike Giardi and Andy Hart discuss a potential price tag for AJ Brown, a potential reunion with Stefon Diggs, Mike Vrabel, strengths and weakness, and more. (54 min.)
NATIONAL NEWS
- Bryan DeArdo (CBS Sports) One reason for optimism for every team after NFL Draft, free agency. Patriots: Improved offense. /Click for commentary.
- Gennaro Filice (NFL.com) 2026 NFL bandwagons to hop on: Cowboys and Chargers will deliver! No Pats.
- Matt Bowen (ESPN) Best rookie team fits, perfect landing spots.
- Matt Bowen (ESPN) Ranking best free agent players still available.
- Matt Okada (NFL.com) NFL second-year breakout candidates in 2026. No Pats.
- Parker Loverich (SI) Seahawks, Patriots & a few more teams who could lead the NFL in wins this season.
- Pamela Maldonado (ESPN) NFL awards watch: Early look at the markets for Offensive Rookie of the Year, Coach of the Year. No Pats.
- Chris Cwik (Yahoo! Sports) 2026 NFL schedule release: Everything you need to know as league prepares to unveil 2026 slate.
- John Breech (CBS Sports) Predicting the matchup for every international game being played this season. Patriots included.
- Around the NFL (NFL.com) 2026 NFL season: Team-by-team opponents for every game.
- Aikansh Chaudhary (HITC) Netflix and YouTube reach unique agreement over broadcasting rights for NFL games.












