Slater (undisclosed) isn't expected to play in Thursday's preseason game against the Eagles, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

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Stephon Gilmore finally finds stability with Patriots

A look at the Patriots, from familiarity benefitting Gilmore to Patrick Chung being inspired by a young fan battling cancer.

about 6 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Malcolm Mitchell's departure alters look of Patriots' WR depth chart

With Malcolm Mitchell out of the mix and Julian Edelman suspended for the first four games, the Patriots will open 2018 with several new faces at WR.

about 11 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Typical Bill Belichick practice features 'hands-on' approach

At age 66, Bill Belichick is still hands-on in training camp, demonstrating proper technique and always showing who ultimately is in charge.

about 12 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Bret Bielema, popular among former Razorbacks and Badgers, now with Patriots

Bielema, let go as Arkansas' coach after last season, said he is enjoying a job that is "all football."

about 20 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Patriots have mix of experience and potential behind Tom Brady

The Patriots have shown a willingness to have Brady and just an unproven youngster at QB, but they will almost certainly keep Brian Hoyer around.

about 23 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Full Belichick transcript: Butler, Edelman and more

The Patriots coach was in midseason form with his first news conference of training camp, refusing to talk about things in the past.

about 23 days ago | ESPN.com staff |

With Devin McCourty, Patriots have familiar look at safety

It's unusual to have a safety group together for five straight seasons, but that's the case with the veteran crew in New England.

about 27 days ago | Mike Reiss |

Patriots have questions at WR after Julian Edelman, Chris Hogan

Edelman's four-game suspension to start the season could hinder a receiving corps that doesn't have a lot of depth to begin with.

about 31 days ago | Mike Reiss |

How NFL players, teams put action behind their protests

Many NFL players and teams made efforts behind the scenes to go beyond taking a knee during the anthem, working together to make a positive impact.

How Julian Edelman's suspension could affect other Patriots WRs

The Patriots added several veterans at receiver this offseason, but they have had precious little time to develop chemistry with Tom Brady.

about 71 days ago | Mike Reiss |