Spillane took over as the Patriots’ No. 1 linebacker following the release of longtime veteran Ja’Whaun Bentley, and projects as a high-volume starter in addition to being a tone-setter on and off the field. For defensive coordinator Terrell Williams, the 29-year-old simply offers a complete package at the position.

“The former New England Patriots wide receiver gushed about how the rookie is “probably the steal of the draft” during a recent conversation with NBC Sports Boston’s Tom E. Curran.

Former Patriots wideout Julian Edelman believes that rookie TreVeyon Henderson could be the "steal of the draft."

Mike Vrabel & the defensive coaches are hoping the arrival of Harold Landry, Milton Williams, Khyiris Tonga, K’Lavon Chaisson, along with the anticipated emergence of Keion White, will allow the Patriots to do a better job getting to the quarterback this season.

The New England Patriots are working through roster decisions, and one pundit made a shocking prediction that this undrafted receiver should make the team.

Despite recent rumblings that the New England Patriots might be willing to make a significant trade before the start of the regular season, there's no indication they are on the verge of doing anything right now.

"I think he’s got a chip on his shoulder, and he’s got something to prove — getting a home and being somewhere is a big thing for him. He’s playing well.” The post Patriots coach compares breakout player to another Pro Bowl pass-rusher appeared first on Boston.

Just weeks into his professional career, Patriots' first-round pick Will Campbell admitted that the adjustment from college football to the NFL has been major.