Xavier Holmes impressed coaches at rookie minicamp with his athleticism and effort, securing a place on the Patriots' 90-man roster after initially receiving only a tryout news sports entertainment obituaries subscribe

June 17, 2026 The MassLive Patriots Newsletter Patriots Patriots rookie edge rusher ‘shocked’ coach to earn roster spot after tryout Xavier Holmes impressed coaches at rookie minicamp with his athleticism and effort, securing a place on the Patriots' 90-man roster after initially receiving only a tryout By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com Read more Patriots Patriots assistant explains how Kevin Byard will impact his young safety partner Patriots safeties coach Scott Booker believes Kevin Byard will help take Craig Woodson to the next level. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    News Kraft Group sues Foxborough over ‘abuse’ of state licensing system The lawsuit claims the Town of Foxborough has misused the state licensing system to force the Kraft Group to provide additional money. By Charlie McKenna | cmckenna@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Stefon Diggs reveals he’s ‘kind of figuring it out’ with NFC team Stefon Diggs remains a free agent and is looking for a new team to call home. Might the Commanders be an option for the veteran wide receiver? By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Former Boston College linebacker rises in Patriots coaching ranks Vinny DePalma went from being a two-time captain at Boston College to coaching inside linebackers for the Patriots in just three years. By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Patriots coaches explain the rise of edge rusher Bradyn Swinson What's behind Bradyn Swinson's sudden rise? Mike Vrabel and Mike Smith explain. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    See more     Unlimited Digital Access to MassLive․com   $1 for 3 months   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.