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The New England Patriots have announced team captains for the 2026 season.

Patriots Announce 2026 Captains

The New England Patriots have announced team captains for the 2026 season.

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026.

Head Coach Mike Vrabel: "I love the guys that we have"

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addresses the media on Tuesday, September 1st, 2026.

The Patriots claimed Latu and Muasau off waivers while their practice squad is starting to take shape.

Analysis: Patriots Claim TE Cameron Latu and LB Darius Muasau off Waivers, Begin Filling out Practice Squad

The Patriots claimed Latu and Muasau off waivers while their practice squad is starting to take shape.

The Patriots announced today that they have claimed TE Cameron Latu off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles and LB Darius Muasau off waivers from the New York Giants. In addition, the Patriots announced that they have released LB K.J. Britt and C Ben Brown, and they have placed P Bryce Baringer and LB Khalil Jacobs on injured reserve.

Patriots Sign 12 Players to the Practice Squad; Make Additional Roster Moves

The Patriots announced today that they have claimed TE Cameron Latu off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles and LB Darius Muasau off waivers from the New York Giants. In addition, the Patriots announced that they have released LB K.J. Britt and C Ben Brown, and they have placed P Bryce Baringer and LB Khalil Jacobs on injured reserve.

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.

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2026 SCHEDULE

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@ 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
TBD
Gillette Stadium

Colts

T 13-13

PRESEASON WEEK 1
Thursday, Aug. 13 at 7:30 PM
Gillette Stadium

Eagles

W 24-21

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

@ Browns

L 13-37

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

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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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Patriots Unfiltered 8/18: Preseason Week 1 Breakdown, Burning Questions, Eagles Joint Practice Preview

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Patriots Catch-22 8/12: Takeaways from Joint Practice with Colts, Preseason Game 1 Preview

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Training Camp-Cast 8/10: Joint Practice Prep, Doubs Shows Improvement, O-Line Competition

Training Camp-Cast 8/7: Blue-White Scrimmage Takeaways, Douglas Keeps Popping, Colts Joint Practice Preview

Adam Vinatieri Reflects on Pro Football Hall of Fame Career | Pats From the Past

Patriots Unfiltered 8/6: Latest from Patriots Training Camp, Position Battles, Burning Questions

Training Camp-Cast 8/6: Intensity Rises, Brown and Gonzalez Heat Up, Defense Flourishes

Patriots Catch-22 8/5: Observations and Analysis Through Padded Practices, First Impressions of Jacas, Latest Roster Battles

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