Chad Graff
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Chad Graff
@chadgraff.bsky.social
Senior writer at The Athletic covering the Patriots. Adjunct professor at Northeastern. High-handicapped golfer, low-rated tennis player, seeker of a good old fashioned.
The Patriots sent a message by beating the Bucs — with seven straight wins, they’re one of the best in the NFL. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
With win over Buccaneers, Patriots show they're one of NFL's top teams
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November 10, 2025 at 12:55 PM
The Patriots open as 12-point favorites for Thursday Night Football against the Jets.
November 10, 2025 at 1:31 AM
A win on the road in Tampa makes one thing clear — the Patriots are one of the best teams in the NFL. www.nytimes.com/athletic/679...
With win over Buccaneers, Patriots show they're one of NFL's top teams
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November 10, 2025 at 12:22 AM
In a span of 49 seconds of game time, the Patriots went from a 10-7 deficit to beating the Buccaneers 21-10.
November 9, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Impressive 14-play, 78-yard drive from the Patriots to take the lead at the end of the half. Unreal catch by Stefon Diggs.

Drake Maye is up to 180 yards and 2 touchdowns.
November 9, 2025 at 7:22 PM
Patriots RB Terrell Jennings is questionable to return due to a knee injury.

That could be a big blow to a Patriots team that already lacks RB depth.
November 9, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Kyle Williams entered this game with two catches for 20 yards.

With more playing time today while Boutte is out, Williams just hauled in a 72-yard touchdown from Drake Maye.

Pats 7, Bucs 7.
November 9, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Tough sledding on the ground for the Patriots so far.

Terrell Jennings has 4 carries for 5 yards.

No carries yet for TreVeyon Henderson.
November 9, 2025 at 6:30 PM
Easy first drive for the Bucs.

The Patriots' offense has been tested against some good defenses.

But the Pats' defense has played a lot of bad offenses. This is a big test today.

Bucs 7, Pats 0
November 9, 2025 at 6:07 PM
Patriots inactives in Tampa:

WR Kayshon Boutte (hamstring)
RB Rhamondre Stevenson (toe)
LB Christian Elliss (hip)
S John Saunders
DT Eric Gregory
G Caedan Wallace
QB Tommy DeVito
November 9, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Patriots mailbag: When does the Super Bowl window realistically open? Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/678...
Patriots mailbag: NFL trade deadline deals they should (and shouldn't) have made
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November 7, 2025 at 11:19 AM
The Patriots had five players who didn’t practice today:

WR Kayshon Boutte
C Garrett Bradbury
LB Christian Elliss
DT Joshua Farmer
RB Rhamondre Stevenson
November 5, 2025 at 9:34 PM
Patriots RB Rhamomdre Stevenson and WR Kayshon Boutte won’t practice today, Mike Vrabel said.
November 5, 2025 at 6:11 PM
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Patriots mailbag: Submit your post-trade deadline questions now for reporter Chad Graff
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November 5, 2025 at 1:53 PM
A look at why the Patriots didn’t make any trades before the deadline, and what it means. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...
Why the Patriots didn’t make a deal before the NFL trade deadline
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November 4, 2025 at 10:23 PM
The NFL trade deadline is over and the Patriots didn't make any trades, per source.

They're rolling with what they've got and what has them at 7-2.
November 4, 2025 at 9:06 PM
The Patriots are 7-2 and showed they can win ugly.

Now it’s time for them to be buyers before the trade deadline. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...
As Patriots top Falcons to move to 7-2, it's time to make a trade before the deadline
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November 3, 2025 at 11:28 AM
The Patriots are 7-2, tied for the best record in the NFL.

It’s time for them to make a splash before the trade deadline. Story: www.nytimes.com/athletic/677...
As Patriots top Falcons to move to 7-2, it's time to make a trade before the deadline
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November 3, 2025 at 12:26 AM
Patriots CB Christian Gonzalez walked gingerly off the field and straight into the injury tent.
November 2, 2025 at 8:35 PM
Patriots WR Kayshon Boutte is questionable to return to this game due to a hamstring injury.
November 2, 2025 at 7:08 PM
Drake Maye's MVP-caliber play continues.

So far, Maye is 9-of-13 for 157 yards, 2 touchdowns, 0 INTs.
November 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
It's crazy how good the Patriots' deep passing game is.

Especially with a group of receivers that -- at least before the season -- weren't ones that really scared you deep.
November 2, 2025 at 6:58 PM
The Falcons took advantage of a mismatch there, hitting 6-foot-4 Drake London for a touchdown on a jumpball over 5-foot-9 Marcus Jones.

Patriots 7, Falcons 7
November 2, 2025 at 6:32 PM
No shortage of touches for TreVeyon Henderson early for the Patriots.

He's touched the ball on six of their first 12 plays.
November 2, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Just about a perfect start for the Patriots.

Falcons go three-and-out
Pats go 75 yards over 10 plays for a TD

Patriots 7, Falcons 0
November 2, 2025 at 6:13 PM