"Looking ahead at the Patriots' offseason: With the 29-13 defeat in Super Bowl LX against the Seahawks, the Patriots head into the offseason on a decidedly sour note. Yet just as the majority of the 2025 season was one built on optimism, the same narrative will likely hold true in the coming months. Setting aside the Super Bowl disappointment, New England remains in an advantageous position in terms of its roster and the potential to improve."
"Featuring a core of talented younger players, the Patriots also possess a large crop of 2026 draft picks, and a manageable list of pending free agents. In all, the Patriots are projected to have over $42 million in cap space, according to Over The Cap. First, here's the complete list of players who could potentially become free agents: Austin Hooper, TE K'Lavon Chaisson, LB Khyiris Tonga, DT Jaylinn Hawkins, S Jack Gibbens, LB Vederian Lowe, T"
"Beyond free agency, New England will also have ample opportunity to improve the team via the draft. Here's a look at the Patriots' 2026 draft picks list: Round 1, Pick 31 Round 2, Pick 63 Round 3, Pick 95 Round 4 Round 4 (from CHI and KC) Round 5 Round 6 Round 6 (via KC) Round 6 (via PIT) Round 6 (via SF) Round 7"
The Patriots lost Super Bowl LX 29-13 to the Seahawks and enter the offseason facing disappointment but maintain roster advantages and improvement potential. The team features a core of younger players, a manageable list of pending free agents, and a substantial set of 2026 draft selections. The Patriots are projected to have over $42 million in salary-cap space. The free-agent list includes veteran and restricted candidates across multiple positions. The 2026 rookie scouting combine begins Feb. 23, free agency opens March 11 at 4 p.m. ET, and the draft will be held in Pittsburgh.
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