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We are in the thick of Week 2 of the preseason after a doubleheader on Friday and a full slate of games on Saturday, with more to come on Sunday and Monday.  Titans-Falcons and Chiefs-Seahawks got things rolling to begin the week, and Saturday’s action was filled to the brim with storylines that’ll have ramifications for the start of the …

MINNEAPOLIS — In many ways, Minnesota Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell saw Saturday as a showcase for his backup quarterbacks. Sam Howell had delivered his best week of practice. Brett Rypien’s advanced knowledge of the system keeps him viable. And then there was Max Brosmer, the undrafted rookie whose play and smarts have excited coaches. Each earned extensive opportunities in Saturday’s …

Efton Chism III has been the underdog story of New England Patriots training camp. But one brilliant play may have ended any debate about whether he’ll make the team this year. Chism, an undrafted rookie wide receiver out of Eastern Washington, showed incredible effort and elusiveness on a 12-yard catch and run for a touchdown before halftime against the Minnesota …

After a shaky start for Maye and the top offense, New England’s starters settled down on their next possession. On possibly his cleanest drop-back so far this preseason, Maye connected with WR Mack Hollins for a 20-yard gain on third down. With the Vikings dropping into zone coverage with a four-man rush, Maye does well to stay patient and remain …

Joint practices at the TCO Performance Center stood in the rearview. More stood ahead at U.S. Bank Stadium. The New England Patriots outlasted the Minnesota Vikings there by a score of 20-12 on Saturday, improving to 2-0 in preseason play under head coach Mike Vrabel. Here’s a first glance back on the 1 p.m. ET matinee. Settling down at quarterback …

After a couple of joint-practice days in which the Vikings seemed to get the better of the Patriots, the Patriots sent their starting offense out for the first two drives of Saturday’s preseason game in Minnesota. The No. 1 unit punted once and then scored a touchdown. The first drive should have resulted in an interception. The second of two …

With a pair of joint practices with the Vikings in the rearview mirror, the attention shifts back to preseason action for the New England Patriots in Minnesota. After plenty of work throughout the week for Drake Maye and New England’s starters on both sides of the ball, a poor showing on the practice fields on Thursday could open the door …

The New England Patriots took their act on the road this week, teaming up with the Minnesota Vikings for a pair of joint practices. The challenge proved to be a substantial one for the team of head coach Mike Vrabel, especially on the offensive side of the ball. While New England did manage to land its punches, primarily on Day …

EAGAN, Minn. – After two days of joint practices with the Minnesota Vikings, it’s clear the Patriots have some issues. The offensive line – Will Campbell in particular – was taken to school by Vikings edge rusher Jonathan Greenard while the line as a whole continues to struggle. The defense? It sure didn’t look as good as advertised with J.J. …