Chad Graff

Chad Graff is a dedicated sports journalist with extensive experience covering the NFL. As a staff writer for The Athletic since January 2018, he has been providing in-depth coverage of the New England Patriots since 2022 after five years on the Minnesota Vikings beat. Graff's work has appeared in the St. Paul Pioneer Press and he is an adjunct professor of journalism at the University of New Hampshire. His commitment to journalistic excellence was recognized by the Pro Football Writers of America, which awarded him the 2022 Bob Oates Award for beat writing.

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The Daily's Verdict

This author is known for its high journalistic standards. The author strives to maintain neutrality and transparency in its reporting, and avoids conflicts of interest. The author has a reputation for accuracy and rarely gets contradicted on major discrepancies in its reporting.

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  • Chad Graff has been covering the New England Patriots since 2022 and the Minnesota Vikings beat for five years before that. He has also won the Pro Football Writers of America's 2022 Bob Oates Award for beat writing.

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  • Drake Maye is New England's No. 3 draft selection at quarterback and his readiness to start will be a decision that arises. Maye could start after the bye week, giving him additional time to learn under Brissett.

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Recent Articles

Jacoby Brissett: New England Patriots Quarterback Focuses on Mentoring Young Players During Training Camp

Jacoby Brissett: New England Patriots Quarterback Focuses on Mentoring Young Players During Training Camp

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 New England Patriots quarterback Jacoby Brissett aims to mentor young players during training camp, focusing on teaching and guidance for rookie Drake Maye.
Patriots' Quarterback Battle: Drake Maye vs. Jacoby Brissett and the Team's Progress-Focused Approach in NFL Offseason

Patriots' Quarterback Battle: Drake Maye vs. Jacoby Brissett and the Team's Progress-Focused Approach in NFL Offseason

Broke On: Tuesday, 28 May 2024 The New England Patriots, following a disappointing 4-13 season, are prioritizing progress as they gear up for the NFL season. Quarterback decisions loom large, with rookie Drake Maye and veteran Jacoby Brissett vying for the starting role. Maye is developing well but isn't currently taking first-team reps during OTAs. Eliot Wolf, Patriots' executive vice president of player personnel, expresses optimism about Maye while praising Brissett's throwing ability. Free agency saw significant moves, including retaining Mike Onwenu and Hunter Henry and extending Christian Barmore's contract.