Zac Ventola

Joined: Jul 29, 2026

Zac Ventola is a beat writer for Patriots On SI. As a Broadcast and Digital Journalism student at Syracuse University, Zac has gained experience both on-air and in production through organizations such as CitrusTV and WAER 88.3 FM. He has covered events including the Senior Bowl and Patriots Training Camp before officially joining On SI in 2026.

Oct 4, 2026; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Efton Chism III (86) makes a catch for a touchdown as Buffalo Bills cornerback Davison Igbinosun (21) defends during the fourth quarter at New Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark Konezny-Imagn Images

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) eludes Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Travon Walker (44) in the first quarter during an NFL football game at EverBank Stadium, Sunday, September 27, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Doug Engle/Florida Times-Union]

Oct 5, 2025; Orchard Park, New York, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) runs with the ball against the Buffalo Bills during the first half at Highmark Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gregory Fisher-Imagn Images

New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) loses the ball on a fumble turnover during the first quarter of an NFL football matchup at EverBank Stadium on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026, in Jacksonville, Fla. [Corey Perrine/Florida Times-Union]

Aug 13, 2026; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots offensive tackle Will Campbell (66) looks on before a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Here are a handful of names to keep an eye on when the New England Patriots visit the Jacksonville Jaguars on Sunday.

Oct 20, 2024; London, United Kingdom; New England Patriots tight end Hunter Henry (85) reacts in the first half during an NFL International Series game at Wembley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter van den Berg-Imagn Images

Let's predict how the New England Patriots' Week 3 game unfolds against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

New England Patriots safety Brenden Schooler (41) catches the ball before a game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium, Dec 28, 2025, East Rutherford, NJ, USA.

The New England Patriots got a big name back at practice after beginning the season on the non-football injury list.

Sep 20, 2026; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers (8) looks to pass against New England Patriots linebacker Elijah Ponder (91) in the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Here are the biggest risers and fallers from the New England Patriots' home opener win on Sunday against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Sep 9, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) scrambles during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

Here are five New England Patriots who could have a major impact on the team's matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday.

Sep 21, 2025; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Brandin Echols (26) tackles New England Patriots wide receiver Demario Douglas (3) during the fourth quarter at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

Let's predict how the New England Patriots' first home game of the season unfolds against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez (0) reaches for a pass intended for Seattle Seahawks wide receiver Rashid Shaheed (22) during the second quarter in Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

The New England Patriots have had numerous current and future Pro Football Hall of Famers in their cornerback rooms the past 50 years.

Sep 9, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown (1) is tended to by trainers after injuring his ankle during the third quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

After suffering a high-ankle sprain in the New England Patriots' season opener against the Seattle Seahawks, the wide receiver will be sidelined for a month.

Sep 9, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown (1) runs after a catch during the second quarter against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Steven Bisig-Imagn Images

The New England Patriots offense struggled after their star wide receiver suffered an ankle injury.

Sep 9, 2026; Seattle, Washington, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) throws against Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) during the first quarter at Lumen Field. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images

Here are the players whose stocks rose, and fell, the most in the New England Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots offensive tackle Will Campbell (66) against the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Here are fives names to keep an eye on when the New England Patriots open up the 2026 NFL season against the Seattle Seahawks.

Feb 8, 2026; Santa Clara, CA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye (10) against the Seattle Seahawks during Super Bowl LX at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Let's predict how the New England Patriots' first game of the season unfolds from Seattle.

Zac Ventola

Joined: Jul 29, 2026

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