Combine priorities, bold trade rumors, and offseason reset

This cluster tracks how the New England Patriots are approaching a pivotal offseason after their Super Bowl LX loss and AFC title run. Coverage centers on the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis, where team brass and scouts outline needs at defensive back, defensive line, and key draft targets, while Mike Vrabel’s influence shapes a list of potential ‘Vrabel guys.’ At the same time, reports and shows dig into aggressive options in free agency and the trade market, including a potential blockbuster move for a top wide receiver like A.J. Brown and interest in elite help along the offensive line. Together, these pieces frame how New England could retool its roster to stay in the contender tier in 2026.