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August 3, 2026 The MassLive Patriots Newsletter Red Sox Some Things I Think I Think: Red Sox and Jarren Duran no longer a good fit Random thoughts about (mostly) sports topics. By Sean McAdam | sean.mcadam@masslive.com Read more Patriots Did Mike Vrabel send a message about getting a Christian Gonzalez deal done? | Karen Guregian Mike Vrabel didn't want get into Christian Gonzalez' contract situation, but did talk about the importance of re-signing players 'we draft, who we covet.' By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Top 5 takeaways from Patriots first three padded practices A.J. Brown's connection with quarterback Drake Maye has been seen in Foxborough. Here are the top takeaways from the Patriots first three days in pads: By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Patriots A.J. Brown shines again during Patriots practice, then makes an early exit Patriots receiver A.J. Brown continued his hot streak with Drake Maye on Saturday. Then left the field early which was presumably part of the plan. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots coach updates Christian Gonzalez’s practice status amid contract negotiations Mike Vrabel was asked if the Patriots would only negotiate with players who continued to practice. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots rookie Gabe Jacas set for limited practice, close to full go The Patriots' second-round pick got some good news on Saturday. By Matt Vautour | mvautour@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for 3 months   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.