Patriots Coach Bill Belichick says “whatever the protocols are, we’ll follow them” as second-year tight end Devin Asiasi, according to reports, is quarantining after a positive test despite being vaccinated.
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Pats’ Gilmore, 7 others will start training camp on PUP list
Cornerback Stephon Gilmore’s status for the regular season remains uncertain as he looks to get additional compensation entering the final season of the five-year, $65 million deal he signed in 2017
NFL notebook: Patriots secure final member of draft class with Barmore signing
Defensive lineman Christian Barmore signs his rookie contract as the Patriots reach deals with all their 2021 draft picks.
NFL notebook: Carl Nassib becomes league’s first active player to come out as gay
Las Vegas Raiders defensive end Carl Nassib says he is “not doing this for attention. I just think that representation and visibility are so important.”
Patriots notebook: Hightower never considered retirement while opting out last season
Linebacker Dont’a Hightower, who sat out last season amid the pandemic, is ready to pick up where he left off as a leader for the New England defense.
Patriots notebook: Newton knows he has much to prove this season
New England QB Cam Newton feels he was never fully equipped last year, but brings a fresh attitude – and a full offseason of preparation – into this season.
Patriots notebook: Gilmore to skip rest of minicamp after missing the opening day
Star cornerback Stephon Gilmore is entering the final year of his contract and skipped the mandatory practice Monday as he seeks a new deal.
NFL notebook: Newton not practicing for Patriots because of hand injury, but Belichick says he will be OK
New England quarterback Cam Newton hasn’t practiced since injuring his throwing last week, “but he’s getting better,” according to Bill Belichick.
Patriots notebook: Newton injures hand during practice
Cam Newton misses the last portion of an OTA workout after he apparently injured his throwing hand.
ESPN report: Donald Trump offered late senator money to stop ‘Spygate’ investigation
In 2008, according to ESPN, Donald Trump acted on behalf of Patriots owner Robert Kraft after Sen. Arlen Specter called for a probe into illegal videotaping.