New England Patriots' head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed when speaking to media Friday morning the Patriots would have conversations about bringing recently released former first round pick Christian Wilkins to New England.

Following four training camp practices, the New England Patriots are scheduled to have their first practice in pads on Monday, via ESPN's Mike Reiss. The team has held competitive drills in helmets and shorts throughout the spring and the first week of training camp.

DeMario Douglas has been one of the best receivers at Patriots training camp, and a reliable target for Drake Maye.

Drake Maye's laser-focused performance at New England Patriots training camp speaks volumes about Josh McDaniels' transformative impact. McDaniels has instilled a fundamental principle into Maye's approach: take what the defense gives you and build from there.

Drake Maye is gearing up for a big sophomore season with the New England Patriots. After spending a couple of seasons in Chapel Hill under Mack Brown, he is now the signal caller for UNC's current head coach's former team, Bill Belichick.

2. Full pads: Vrabel said his most exciting day of camp is when the team is in full pads for the first time, because there's always an under-the-radar player who emerges. The Patriots' first full-pads practice is scheduled for Monday.

The front office applied major financial resources this offseason in acquiring linebackers who better align with Vrabel’s mold — including three who played for him.

Kyle Williams has admired Stefon Diggs since his college days at Maryland. Now, they're lined up side by side in Foxborough.

The Dallas Cowboys and New England Patriots have both become historic franchises, with some of the most Super Bowl wins