They’ll have a chance to secure a franchise-altering draft haul if they lose to the Buffalo Bills in Week 18. If the season ended today, the Patriots would own the No. 1 overall pick of the 2025 NFL draft. A loss would help them secure the pick, but a win over the Bills on Sunday could ruin their draft position.

Four teams enter Week 18 with a chance at locking up the first pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Here is how each team can clinch the top spot

As for pinpoint trade-down partners and draft-board locales, the Jaguars, currently at No. 5, would be ideal. That'd theoretically provide the Patriots the most compensation and they'd almost assuredly be able to pick Arizona receiver Tetairoa McMillan, who emanates Tee Higgins-Drake London vibes on film.

Jerod Mayo said that he anticipates speaking with ownership about any possible changes to the coaching staff after the season.

New England Patriots coach Jerod Mayo is heading into Sunday’s season finale against the Buffalo Bills with the intent to win and finish strong. That means anyone healthy enough to play is expected to be on the field.

New England Patriots special teams ace Brenden Schooler has been selected to the Pro Bowl. He was the only member of the organization to receive the honor on Thursday.

The NFL's interception leader, a 42-touchdown QB and a pair of star rookie WRs didn't make the cut this season.

In recent years, the NFL Pro Bowl has become more of a vacation than anything for the players as they have replaced the full-contact game with weeklong skill challenges and a flag football game. However,