Mike D'Abate

Mike D'Abate

Joined: Apr 23, 2024

Mike D’Abate has covered the New England Patriots and the NFL since 2017, both as a beat writer and managing editor for outlets such as On SI, Yahoo Sports and Full Press Coverage. He also served as the host and producer of the Locked On Patriots daily podcast from 2019 through 2025. A lifelong New Englander, Mike continues to incorporate his passion and unique insight into his pro and college football coverage.

Jun 10, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Romeo Doubs (87) arrives at the practice field for minicamp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Jun 9, 2025; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots offensive tackle Will Campbell (66) jogs to the practice fields at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

New England Patriots running back Rhamondre Stevenson (38) runs in a touchdown against the Tennessee Titans during the third quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.

Nov 2, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) walks out of the player's tunnel before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Dec 17, 2023; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots guard Mike Onwenu (71) lines up against the Kansas City Chiefs during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Oct 26, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore (90) reacts during the fourth quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Jun 9, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots safety Kevin Byard III (31) speaks to the media after minicamp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

May 9, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots linebacker Namdi Obiazor (48) takes questions from the media after rookie camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

The New England Patriots rookie linebacker has an impressive background on both defense and special teams during his time at TCU.

Jan 4, 2026; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Marcus Jones (25) reacts after sacking Miami Dolphins quarterback Quinn Ewers (not pictured) during the fourth quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Nov 2, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots safety Craig Woodson (31) runs out of the tunnel before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Dec 28, 2025; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New England Patriots running back Treveyon Henderson (32) runs the ball against the New York Jets during the first quarter of the game at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Sep 21, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane (14) returns an interception during the third quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

New England Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins (13) runs the ball against the Tennessee Titans during the third quarter at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Sunday, Oct. 19, 2025.

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Nov 2, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots offensive tackle Will Campbell (66) walks out of the player's tunnel before a game against the Atlanta Falcons at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Jan 18, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis III (7) reacts after intercepting the ball in the second quarter against Houston Texans in an AFC Divisional Round game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.

Jun 10, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots guard Alijah Vera-Tucker (75) speaks to the media after minicamp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Ahead of the New England Patriots' 2026 training camp schedule, Patriots On SI is ranking the top 25 most important players on the roster.