The New England Patriots surprised many last season by making it all the way to the Super Bowl.
After finishing the 2024-2025 season with a 4-13 record and last place in the AFC East, the Patriots went from worst to first last season, winning the division with a 14-3 record. Quarterback Drake Maye had a huge leap in his second season, finishing second in MVP voting and the team thrived under head coach Mike Vrabel in his first season with the team.
Heading into the 2026-2027 season, the Patriots have made a number of moves this season. Let’s explore what the Pats have done this offseason.
Patriots’ Free Agent Signings
The New England Patriots entered the offseason top five in cap space. They’ve made key free agent addition signings in wide receiver Rome Doubs, guard Alijah Vera-Tucker, and safety Kevin Byard.
Here’s a full list of free agents that the Patriots have added to their team this season:
-WR Romeo Doubs
-G Alijah Vera-Tucker
-S Kevin Byard
-DE Dre’Mont Jones
-LB Jesse Luketa
-TE Julian Hill
-CB Kindle Vildor
-FB Reggie Gilliam
-S Mike Brown
-LB KJ Britt
-LS Niko Lalos
The Patriots have also re-signed third-string quarterback Tommy DeVito this offseason.
Patriots’ Free Agent Departures
The New England Patriots have lost a number of players this offseason including some starters. The Patriots released WR Stefon Diggs who was the team’s leading receiver and LB Anfernee Jennings. The team lost players such as linebacker K’Lavon Chassion and DT Khyiris Tonga in free agency.
Here’s a look the Patriots’ departures from this past season:
-WR Stefon Diggs (released)
-LB K’Lavon Chaisson (signed with Washington Commanders)
-C Garrett Bradbury
-DT Khyiris Tonga
-LB Anfernee Jennings (released)
-TE Austin Hooper
-CB Alex Austin
-LB Jack Gibbens (signed with Arizona Cardinals)
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