New England Patriots News and Rumors

Near the top of the NBC Super Bowl XLVI pregame show, Alex Flanagan reported that Patriots coach Bill Belichick said today that tight end Rob Gronkowski “definitely” will play tonight. But Belichick hasn’t decided how much Gronk will participate. Pe…

INDIANAPOLIS -- It's almost time for kickoff in Super Bowl XLVI. Therefore, the AFC East blog wants to leave some final thoughts on under-the-radar X factors for the New England Patriots who could make an impact in this game. 1. Aaron Hernandez, TE Anal…

No, the Giants can’t claim receiver Tiquan Underwood after the Patriots cut him on Saturday. New England traditionally makes roster moves on Saturdays, primarily because no team can claim the player cut until Monday. The led the league in such moves. We…

Finally. Super Bowl XLVI, a rematch of a game played four years ago, has finally arrived, and finally the talking is done and the game is ready to roll. The Giants and Patriots have talked all week, gone through meetings, and are now ready to play what’…

Every Sunday, Boston Globe photographer Stan Grossfeld asks the subject of one of his photos to explain what’s happening in the shot:

Despite his high-profile name the conservative Republican is a long shot in the 10-candidate field that is seeking retiring Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison’s seat.

Historically, teams like these Giants just don't win titles. The Patriots? They have their issues too. It's a Super Bowl matchup that's unlike anything we've ever seen, says Joe Posnanski.

In August, New York general manager Jerry Reese calmly and confidently said the Giants would improve and make a run in the playoffs. Boy, was he right.

Eighth in a collection of eight memorable Patriots-Giants games

The Pro Football Hall of Fame’s 2012 induction ceremony will have a New England flavor this year. Running back Curtis Martin, who was drafted and played three years with the Patriots ,was among five modern-era players selected yesterday.