An NFL insider offered an encouraging update on the New England Patriots and their rumored pursuit of a trade for star defensive end Maxx Crosby.

The Patriots certainly can't neglect WR. Drake Maye emerged in year two as a star quarterback, and he needs another number one wide receiver. Already this offseason, the likes of ESPN and CBS Sports have both taken turns suggesting that Brown to the Patriots would be a good fit.

NFL free agency starts in just a few days. USA TODAY Sports tracked all of the latest free agency rumors, news and trade buzz around the league.

Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport proposed the New England Patriots trade Harold Landry and two high draft picks for edge rusher Maxx Crosby. The post Blockbuster Trade Pitch Sees Patriots Land Maxx Crosby for Package With Pro Bowler appeared first on Heavy Sports.

The Patriots and the Lions are among the teams that are hosting this former Browns top-10 pick, who missed 2025 with a knee injury.

Austin Hooper is a pending free agent, and while Hunter Henry is good, he is also 31 years old. No young prospects are waiting in the wings to help the Patriots. An intriguing option would be Baltimore Ravens tight end Isaiah Likely, who is set to test the free agent market.

Kenneth Walker III and Maxx Crosby could shape next year's Super Bowl race while Alec Pierce and Wan'Dale Robinson have clear landing spots in NFL free agency.

ESPN's Mike Reiss declared that the Patriots do not view themselves as "one player away" after last season's Super Bowl run.