Patriots Predicted to Make Christian Gonzalez Highest-Paid CB in NFL History originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Among the offseason additions were wide receiver Stefon Diggs, pass rusher Harold Landry III, linebacker Robert Spillane, cornerback Carlton Davis III, offensive tackle Morgan Moses, defensive tackle Milton Williams, and many more.

The new format did increase returns, as the rate went from 21.8% to 32.8% in 2024, but the league wants to see even more. As such, they made another rule change this spring, moving touchbacks from the 30-yard line to the 35, hoping to further incentivize returnable kicks. That new rule is a welcome sight for Brenden Schooler.

This would have left the Patriots back with minimal playmakers again and limited options for where to find more. The Patriots finally signed a true first-option wide receiver, and it seemed like it was not going to work out. That was until Diggs returned to OTAs.

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye was seen throwing the ball to four-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Stefon Diggs at OTAs practice.

Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson spent the early portion of spring practices away from the team mourning his father. He was appreciative of the support he received from his new coaches.

The New England Patriots have plenty of talent on their team, but there are some hidden gems you should know about heading into 2025.

New England Patriots rookie safety Craig Woodson was given the nickname “The Eraser” in college football for his special defensive traits. The nickname originated from his college defensive backs coach,