Patriots links 5/14/26: Schedule release predicts plenty of travel
TEAM TALK From the NFL: Patriots to face Lions in Week 10 International Game on November 15, 2026. Paul Perillo spotlights third-round pick Eli Raridon , who brings rare athleticism to the tight end position for the Patriots. Josh McDaniels ‘loves having tight ends who can represent chess pieces both in the running and passing games. Raridon is an unfinished product due to his lack of experience but has the ability to make an impact in both phases.’ Alexandra Francisco has the story of Hunter Henry hosting more than 40 older teens in the foster care system at Gillette Stadium on Monday and sent them all home with brand new Guardian Bikes. Patriots Catch-22: Rookie minicamp observations , schedule release week, 2026 opponents. (2 hours) LOCAL LINKS Jake Mozarsky posts how to watch the NFL schedule release: Channel, live stream & start time. Alex Barth says the Patriots reportedly will be opening their 2026 season with a Super Bowl rematch. Nick Goss power ranks every starting QB on the Patriots’ 2026 schedule, from Patrick Mahomes to Mason Rudolph . Jake Seymour notes the Patriots are projected to travel more than double last season, a potential hurdle they need to overcome if they hope to reappear in the Super Bowl. Meredith Perri points out the Patriots will travel ‘more than the distance around the earth’ this season. Jennifer Streeter tells us one unique fact about every team on the Patriots schedule that will surprise you. Ethan Hurwitz looks at the biggest winners from rookie minicamp and which rookies boosted their stock. Sara Marshall discusses a report that considers the Bills’ lackluster offseason as somehow better than the Patriots. Jennifer Streeter mentions how the Pats’ veteran receivers are helping Romeo Doubs adjust to New England and learn the playbook. Ethan Hurwitz believes RB Jam Miller’s mindset can help him crack the Patriots roster; The seventh-round rookie is confident in his abilities to succeed at the NFL level. Patriots Daily podcast: Taylor Kyles and Mike Kadlick take a look at the Patriots top 5 deepest position rooms on the roster right now. (32 min.) All 32 NFL podcast: Mike Giardi discusses how AJ Brown could impact the receiving group, the passing game in general, and why Romeo Doubs is more than ok with that. (27 min.) NATIONAL NEWS Doug Farrar (Athlon Sports) Biggest offseason questions still looming for New England. Mike Vrabel’s offseason drama, Will Campbell at LT, More. Jordan Dajani (CBS Sports) NFL schedule release : Where to watch reveal show and what we know. Eva Geitheim (SI) NFL Thanksgiving schedule 2026: Teams, kickoff times & how to watch. Albert Breer (SI) NFL Mailbag: Offensive and defensive Rookie of the Year ravorites; Plus, why the Saints’ offense could be really good, Maxx Crosby ’s future in Vegas and more. Mike Kadlick (SI) Ranking the NFL’s record nine International Series games in 2026. No. 3 Patriots vs. Lions (Munich, Germany). Craig Ellenport (Athlon Sports) Ranking the international games . No. 2 Patriots-Lions in Munich. John Breech (CBS Sports) The NFL has a new tradition on the schedule , introducing a streaming package that kicks off with Green Bay vs. Los Angeles Tarohn Finley (Yahoo! Sports) De’Von Achane reportedly reaches 4-year, $68 million extension with Dolphins