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positional battles | receiver

Receiving jobs will be up for grabs during Patriots training camp

Here’s a look at who might catch on for good among the 13 candidates in the field.

The real story in the Patriots-Texans clash: Nick Caserio wants out

Houston’s pursuit of the director of player personnel has exposed some tension in Foxborough.

NFL teams take care of last-minute business prior to vacation

The next six weeks are vacation time, not only for players and coaches but scouts and executives, as well.

Texans stopped pursuing Nick Caserio when they learned of his contract terms with Patriots

The Texans released a statement Friday, two days after the Patriots filed tampering charges against them.

Patriots’ trade for Michael Roberts is voided
The tight end failed his physical, so he was sent back to the Lions and waived.

Patriots acquire tight end Michael Roberts from Detroit
The Patriots will give up a conditional seventh-round pick for the third-year tight end.

Patriots file tampering charges against Texans

Houston is interested in hiring Nick Caserio for its general manager position.

Patriots RB Sony Michel had knee arthroscopy

Michel missed the final stages of the team’s offseason program but is expected to be ready for training camp.

Is the Texans GM job really something Nick Caserio would leave for?

He would be a huge loss for the Patriots, but there are a lot of question marks in Houston.

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Jets backup QB Josh McCown retires after 16 NFL seasons

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