Chris Long, former Patriot, announces his retirement

Long was a member of the Patriots’ Super Bowl LI-winning team. He spent 11 seasons in the NFL. 10:07 p.m.

BEN VOLIN I SUNDAY FOOTBALL NOTES

Uneasy time for some high-priced NFL veterans

Expect a handful of trades and notable releases after June 1, when dead cap money can be spread over two years. 11:36 a.m.

BEN VOLIN | ON FOOTBALL

A few items regarding the Patriots to address

It’s a quiet time for the team, but little bits of news over the past week could use a little more scrutiny. 11:20 a.m.

PATRIOTS NOTEBOOK

Duron Harmon happy Jamie Collins is back with Patriots

The pair arrived in New England in the same draft class (2013) and became “great friends,” according to Harmon. 5:42 p.m.

Patrick Peterson suspended for six games for violating NFL’s drug policy

The Cardinals cornerback will be eligible to return Oct. 14 before the game against the Giants. 5:17 p.m.

Patriots sign linebacker Jamie Collins

Collins, 29, played for the Patriots from 2013-16. 5:51 p.m.

New York Jets fire GM Mike Maccagnan; name coach Adam Gase acting GM

The timing is strange considering Maccagnan oversaw the Jets’ draft less than three weeks ago. 12:28 p.m.