Nicole Yang

The rookie, who turned 22 in August and is the youngest starting quarterback in the NFL, has been working to find a balance in earning his teammates' respect while not overstepping his bounds.

Let's take a look at who's up, who's down, and whom to watch headed into Week 11 of the Patriots season … Three up

FOXBOROUGH — Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore returned to practice Thursday for the first time since being diagnosed in July with blood clots

FOXBOROUGH — When new Patriots coach Jerod Mayo spoke before the season about what would constitute a successful first year, he didn't want to mention a win-loss record or statistical milestones.

The Patriots are waiving wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, a league source confirmed Saturday. Thornton, New England's 2022 second-round draft pick , is now subject to waivers.

The outcome seemed inevitable for the 24-year-old Thornton, who has underwhelmed in his two and a half seasons with the Patriots.

Neither were targeted Sunday and Polk, the 37th pick, has more penalties (4) than catches (3) the last seven weeks.

Let's take a look at who's up, who's down, and whom to watch headed into Week 12 of the Patriots season … Three up

Mayo says he takes each decision on a case-by-case basis, but a review shows he usually plays it safe.

Robert Kraft will not be headed to Canton, Ohio next year, ESPN reported Thursday , as the selection committee for the Pro Football Hall of Fame did not choose the Patriots owner as a finalist.