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Matthew Slater became a key part of the New England Patriots dynasty during his playing career, but his time ended with the team on a harsh note when he didn't get invited to join next year's coaching staff.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 10

Patriots Legend Breaks Silence After Parting Ways With Team

The New England Patriots made some major additions to their coaching staff ahead of the start of the Mike Vrabel coaching era in Foxborough. However, the

New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / February 3

Patriots parting ways with longtime fan favorite

The New England Patriots brought back one franchise legend when they hired Mike Vrabel as their new head coach, but they have decided to part ways with another.

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New England Patriots News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 3

Patriots Not Retaining Assistant Coach Matthew Slater

ESPN’s Mike Reiss reports the Patriots are not retaining special assistant to the head coach Matthew Slater under new HC Mike Vrabel. New England QB Drake Maye praised Slater as one of his most notable mentors while helping him in “all aspects of life.” Slater, 39, is a former fifth-round pick of the Patriots back in 2008 out of UCLA.

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Ranking all 32 of the NFL's current QB situations

With an established top tier and some young options revealing themselves last season, here is a look at where clubs' QB depth charts stand. Contracts and long-term outlooks do not factor in here; these rankings apply only to 2025 on-field capabilities.

Insider shares big Brock Purdy update ahead of start of offseason program

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Three potential landing spots for Eagles TE Dallas Goedert

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / February 2

Patriots Legend Won't Return to Coaching Staff in 2025

The New England Patriots have made no shortage of changes to their coaching unit on the sidelines this offseason, and they aren't making adjustments yet.

New England Patriots News / Patriots Football Now / September 10

Six Pro Bowl Possibilities for the New England Patriots

No New England Patriots players were selected to the Pro Bowl in 2023. Patriots players Christian Barmore, Jahlani Tavai, and Jabrill Peppers were all worthy of consideration, but it is difficult to become a first-time selection from a 4-13 team.

NFL News / Patriots Football Now / September 9

Breaking Down PFF’s Week 1 Patriots Grades

The New England Patriots began their 2024 campaign with a 16-10 road victory over the Cincinnati Bengals. The rushing attack, ball security, defense, and special teams were all keys to their success.

New England Patriots News / Patriots Football Now / September 3

New England Names Six Team Captains for 2024 Season

The NFL began putting a “C” on players’ jerseys in 2007 to recognize team captains. A few teams never participated in the patches despite having team captains.

New England Patriots News / Patriots Football Now / September 2

Exhausting Offseason Nearly Over for New England Patriots

The Kansas City Chiefs raised the Lombardi Trophy in February following Super Bowl 58. It capped off the NFL’s 2023 season. The win also gave the Chiefs the NFL’s first back-to-back champions since the New England Patriots did so 19 years earlier.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / June 9

Patriots legend Matthew Slater honored during Game 2 of NBA Finals at TD Garden

Many New England Patriots have been at TD Garden during the Boston Celtics impressive NBA Playoff run, and now that they have made it to the finals, players

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 21, 2024

Patriots insider clarifies longtime captain Matthew Slater's new 'full-time' role with the team

While Matthew Slater has hung up his cleats, he isn't leaving the New England Patriots. On the first day of the voluntary offseason program, Slater was in attendance to welcome the players back to Gillette Stadium despite having retired shortly before.

New England Patriots News / PatsFans.com / April 10, 2024

Matthew Slater Set For New Role With Patriots

Matthew Slater may be done playing football, but it appears he’ll still have a presence with the New England Patriots at Gillette Stadium. Slater was captured in a snapshot by the team with a bible in his hand as players returned for voluntary workouts on Monday, and according to Jabril Peppers, Slater will be around as an “advisor” to the club.

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / April 8, 2024

Former Patriots captain Matthew Slater already back at Gillette Stadium after retiring

Monday marked the first day of the New England Patriots' offseason program, and it also is the start of Jerod Mayo's tenure as head coach. So, as he welcomed

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / March 31, 2024

Matthew Slater gives young Patriots special teams player big shout-out he will never forget

The New England Patriots will be without one of their most essential captains in the locker room next season. And they will also have to navigate special

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / March 29, 2024

Patriots legend Matthew Slater expands on 'The Dynasty' criticisms

The longtime team captain is among numerous former Patriots players who have spoken out against how legendary head coach Bill Belichick was portrayed in the docuseries.

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NFL News / Steeler Nation / March 26, 2024

The Steelers Lost On An Opportunity To Sign Perennial All-Pro Matthew Slater By Playing Hardball In 2018

The Pittsburgh Steelers have had an uncharacteristic offseason in 2024 by being aggressive in both the free agent and trade market. This has been unlike many years in the past when Pittsburgh made minimal moves in free agency.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 9, 2024

Patriots Legend Matthew Slater Still Supports ‘Patriot Way’

As the New England Patriots walked from the snow-covered field at Gillette Stadium, having suffered a 17-3 loss to the New York Jets in their season-finale, longtime team captain Matthew Slater took a few extra minutes to savor the moment.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / February 20, 2024

Underappreciated Patriots legend retires after 16 seasons

The veteran set an NFL record with 10 special teams Pro Bowl selections.

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New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / January 10, 2024

25 Patriots passionately describe the 'incredible' Matthew Slater

FOXBOROUGH, Mass - On Sunday, Matthew Slater walked into the New England Patriots locker room for what could possibly be the final time as a player. Since being drafted in 2008, Slater has proved himself to be the true embodiment of a leader.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 7, 2024

Patriots Honoring Slater With ‘Captain 18’ Pre-Game Hoodies vs. Jets

Under the snowy skies of Foxboro, the New England Patriots appear to be paying homage to a franchise legend about to participate in his seemingly final

New England Patriots News / NFL on ClutchPoints / January 4, 2024

Former NFL players salute Patriots special teamer Matthew Slater

If there’s any player most representative of “The Patriot Way,” it’s likely Matthew Slater. Slater has been the model Patriot over his 16-year NFL career, helping the Patriots win three Super Bowls while maintaining high character both on and off the field.

New England Patriots News / Boston Sports Journal / January 9, 2024

Slater's impact will be felt long after his playing days are over

What has Matthew Slater meant to the Patriots? "Everything," said teammate Deatrich Wise. Slater's name probably won't be synonymous with the organization

New England Patriots News / Patriots Football Now / December 3, 2023

Matthew Slater Understands Fans Wanting to Tank

Matthew Slater has done a lot of winning in the NFL. He has played his entire 16-year NFL career for the New England Patriots, helping them win three Super Bowls.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / December 1, 2023

Patriots Captain Matthew Slater Rejects Tanking: 'I Want to Win!'

With the New England Patriots season seemingly worsening with each passing week, the idea of just throwing in the proverbial white towel and tanking for a high NFL Draft pick is inevitably a thought on fans' minds. As things currently stand, the Patriots would own the No.

New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / September 5, 2023

Longtime Patriots captain reveals offseason retirement thoughts

Slater, who's won three Super Bowls with the Patriots, said that he's surpassed the original goal he set for himself when he first made the NFL by a wide margin.

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / May 31, 2023