MAILING IT IN: This week, the Patriots mailbag has questions about Drake Maye, Efton Chism, the lack of traditional third-down, pass-catching backs these days, and Milton Williams. Christopher Price gets to it.
TAKING STOCK: After the Patriots left Buffalo with a potentially season-saving win, Nicole Yang takes a look at who’s up, who’s down, and whom to watch against the Raiders in Week 5, beginning with Maye's huge step forward at Buffalo.
EXPLORING THEIR OPTIONS: With A.J. Brown already out and Mack Hollins going down with an injury, coach Mike Vrabel said the Patriots are keep their eyes open for possible additions at wide receiver. Khari Thompson looks at a few options.
STRIPES SEEING RED: The NFL Referees Association said it will challenge the severity of the suspensions of two officials for unprofessional conduct, which the officials union maintains went beyond appropriate punishment.
FLAGGING THIS STORY: Women’s flag football is on the rise. Locally, Roxbury Community College became the first varsity women’s program in Massachusetts and one of the only ones in the region. Avery Hill takes a look at the program.
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