The New England Patriots are being linked to New York Giants edge rusher Kayvon Thibodeaux in a proposed offseason trade. Bleacher Report suggested the Patriots could offer a conditional 2027 third-round pick for the former top-five draft pick.

After acquiring A.J. Brown, New England may continue rebuilding aggressively under Mike Vrabel.

Thibodeaux remains an intriguing option despite an injury-affected 2025 season, as the Patriots still need more pass-rush production heading into the 2026 campaign.