Patriots links 5/14/26: Schedule release predicts plenty of travel
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SAN JOSE, CA - FEBRUARY 01: The New England Patriots' plane touches down in San Jose on February 1, 2026 at San Jose Mineta Airport in San Jose, CA. (Photo by Bob Kupbens/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) | Icon Sportswire via Getty Images TEAM TALK From the NFL: Patriots to face Lions in Week 10 International Game on November 15, 2026. Paul Perillo spotlights third-round pick Eli Raridon , who brings rare athleticism to the tight end position for the Patriots.
Josh McDaniels ‘loves having tight ends who can represent chess pieces both in the running and passing games. Raridon is an unfinished product due to his lack of experience but has the ability to make an impact in both phases. ’ Alexandra Francisco has the story of Hunter Henry hosting more than 40 older teens in the foster care system at Gillette Stadium on Monday and sent them all home with brand new Guardian Bikes.
Patriots Catch-22: Rookie minicamp observations , schedule release week, 2026 opponents. (2 hours) LOCAL LINKS Jake Mozarsky posts how to watch the NFL schedule release: Channel, live stream & start time. Alex Barth says the Patriots reportedly will be opening their 2026 season with a Super Bowl rematch.
Nick Goss power ranks every starting QB on the Patriots’ 2026 schedule, from Patrick Mahomes to Mason Rudolph. Jake Seymour notes the Patriots are projected to travel more than double last season, a potential hurdle they need to overcome if they hope to reappear in the Super Bowl. Meredith Perri points out the Patriots will travel ‘more than the distance around the earth’ this season.