NFL Network analyst and longtime league executive Scott Pioli recently suggested on an NFL Network roundtable that NFL teams should make Election Day a paid day off for non-essential employees.

Perhaps lost in the glory of hoisting those Super Bowls is that Tom Brady and Bill Belichick made history this past season -- even with a quick exit in the AFC Wild Card Round.

With the 2020 NFL Draft right around the corner, Charley Casserly digs into the men who'll be making the selections. What does each general manager's track record look like? Here are the best picks, value picks and tendencies for everyone.

On a wild day of player movement in the NFL, one trade stood out as the most puzzling deal of all. Gregg Rosenthal identifies Monday's biggest winners and losers.

The grand reshuffling that is NFL free agency is upon us. So ... who's going where? Here is a constantly updated, team-by-team rundown of all the key additions and trades in this frenzied period.

Matthew Slater has only played for the Patriots in his 12-year NFL career. Days away from free agency, New England locked up its All-Pro special teamer for another two years, Ian Rapoport reports.

With his first taste of NFL free agency just days away, Kyle Van Noy catches up with Mike Garafolo to discuss what he's looking for as he enters the market, Tom Brady (of course) and why he sees himself in the mold of Tyrann Mathieu.

Tom Brady isn't the only longtime Patriots captain and multi-time All-Pro to enter the 2020 offseason with an unclear future. Don't forget about eight-time Pro Bowler Matthew Slater.

The New York Giants are hiring Patriots special teams and wide receivers coach Joe Judge, NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport reports.

Roughly 12 hours removed from a season-ending loss, Bill Belichick didn't want and was not prepared to talk about quarterback Tom Brady's future with the Patriots.

The Patriots' season came to an abrupt end with Saturday's 20-13 playoff loss to the Tennessee Titans. Is the dynasty over? Judy Battista examines the uncertainty in New England.

The Associated Press revealed its 2019 NFL All-Pro Teams on Friday, the list is highlight by Baltimore Ravens QB and MVP front-runner Lamar Jackson.

Week 12 of the 2019 season is upon us. Here is a full tally of the official injury report and gameday designations for all 12 Sunday games.

Friday's arrival of injury reports across the NFL delivered a shocker. Tom Brady (right elbow) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dallas Cowboys. He is expected to play though.

Patriots linebacker Kyle Van Noy explains how New England will overcome the lengthy list of departures of both players and coaches this offseason.

On Boston Red Sox Opening Day, Rob Gronkowski squared up for a bunt behind the scenes -- with the Lombardi Trophy -- and made contact on a Julian Edelman pitch that left a dent and a heckuva story.

Have a look at how and when to watch the 2019 NFL Draft, as well as every pick your team holds this year.

With free agency on the horizon, Marc Sessler provides one fun player fit for each AFC team. How about Le'Veon Bell joining the Jets? Or Nick Foles lining up under center for the Jaguars?

The New England Patriots overcame one of the most trying seasons of their incredible 18-year run under Bill Belichick and Tom Brady to win their sixth Super Bowl title. Judy Battista explores why this championship might be the most satisfying.

How did a former Kent State quarterback become one of the most prolific receivers in NFL playoff history? Jeffri Chadiha explores the rise of New England's Mr. Clutch, Julian Edelman.

Who is Brian Flores, the man expected to be named the Dolphins' next head coach? Jim Trotter examines the current Patriots assistant, whose approach is as much about life off the field as it is about production on the field.

The New England Patriots called heads on the coin toss during the AFC Championship Game. Special teams player Matthew Slater explains why he always he always calls heads on a coin toss.

NFL Network's Patrick Claybon, New England Patriots special teams ace Matthew Slater, New Jersey secretary of state Tahesha Way and former NFL front office executive Scott Pioli describe the importance of spreading facts about voting issues.

Matthew Slater falls on Jets muffed punt for another Pats turnover.

Watch the best defensive plays from the Patriots Week 4 road win against the Buffalo Bills.

Watch the highlights from the Week 4 matchup between New England Patriots and Buffalo Bills.

Patriots' special team ace Matthew Slater picks up blocked punt and runs in for touchdown.

New England Patriots special teams member Matthew Slater blocks the Buffalo Bills punt.