Devante Parker

FOXBOROUGH — Earlier this summer at Gillette Stadium, Elton John sang Saturday night is all right for fighting. That doesn’t apply to Tuesday mornings on Bill Belichick’s watch. As the Patriots hosted the Panthers for the first of two joint practices, five players were ejected from two...

FOXBORO -- The Patriots have had their share of talented receivers over the years, but the offense has lacked a big pass-catcher who can go up and fight for the ball for some time now. That is about to change thanks to the arrival of DeVante Parker.The 6-foot-3 Parker will give Mac Jones a nice big target downfield in the quarterback's second NFL season, one that isn't afraid to go battle for the pigskin. And in Parker's eyes, those 50-50 battles sway greatly in his favor."More like 80-20," he said confidently after Tuesday's joint practice session with the Carolina Panthers...

FOXBOROUGH — DeVante Parker hasn’t always gotten a ton of separation this summer. But when the veteran wide receiver has been given a shot at a 50-50 ball, more often than not, he’s won a battle with the defensive back to come down with it. “If the...

As the preseason wages on, the New England Patriots are currently combing through their roster and determining who'll make the final grouping of 53 men that they'll start the 2022 season off with. Along with already having exhibitions in the books, Bill Belichick and his staff may have previously tipped their hand just a bit as to who has the inside track at making the team in their in-stadium scrimmage earlier in camp. Still, there's plenty of time between now and when New England will head down to Miami to face the Dolphins in Week 1 for players to state their case.

DeVante Parker was the Patriots’ biggest acquisition during the 2022 offseason. What kind of numbers can be put him in the 2022 season?. Will DeVante Parker be a true difference maker for the New England Patriots this season? Only time will tell, but Parker has largely been a talented but inconsistent receiver during his career with the Dolphins, which began in 2015 when he was a first round pick.

With one year of NFL experience under his belt, New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones is looking to take another step forward as the 2022 season approaches. In order to help him improve, the Patriots added a few new weapons for him to throw target, including former Miami Dolphins wide receiver DeVante Parker. In a recent appearance with the media, Jones spoke about the addition of Parker to the offense.

FOXBORO, Mass. — Jalen Mills entered his second Patriots training camp with his sights set on becoming New England’s top cornerback. It’s why Mills has appreciated the opportunity to go up against wide receiver in DeVante Parker as much as anybody. And all those competitive periods between...

FOXBOROUGH — New England Patriots WR DeVante Parker has caught balls all over the field during the first few weeks of training camp. Deep, intermediate, middle of the field, along the sideline: Parker has done it all so far. It has been great for the team’s offense, but going...

DeVante Parker arrived in New England in April when he was traded from the Miami Dolphins and his impact is already being seen on the Patriots offense. Media members and fans are not the only one who have taken notice of the former first round pick at training camp; his teammates are also commenting on how he is benefiting the team.

FOXBOROUGH — Thuds filled the air on the backfields at Gillette Stadium for the first time since January. After four practices ramping up, the Patriots were finally in full pads on Monday morning. The offense had another disjointed day, but one wide receiver popped, and linemen had their first one-on-one drills of the summer.

FOXBORO, Mass. — DeVante Parker and Malcolm Butler arguably were the two most noteworthy additions made by the Patriots this offseason. And while the former doesn’t have to worry about his spot on the roster, the latter absolutely is fighting for one last chance in the NFL. And...

New England Patriots receiver DeVante Parker has generated rave reviews through the first four days of training camp. Acquired in a trade with the Miami Dolphins in the spring, Parker has used his 6-foot-3 frame and contested-catch acumen to shine, particularly in red-zone work. "Big body, can make a lot...

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:. 1. Parker's place: The red zone was a primary emphasis through the first four days of training camp, and it quickly became clear that veteran receiver DeVante Parker is a big part of the Patriots' plans.