Patriots Work Out Veteran RB Who’s a Central Michigan College Icon
Foxborough, MA — According to Aaron Wilson (KPRC 2), the New England Patriots have invited veteran RB Jonathan Ward for a workout on Monday, as the team evaluates backfield depth and potential special-teams reinforcements.
Ward, 28, began his career with the Arizona Cardinals in 2020 as a UDFA, shuttling between the practice squad and active roster before earning game-day roles. He later spent time with the Titans, Steelers, and most recently the Giants during final roster cuts.
Ward’s plus trait is versatility: edge/inside runs in short-yardage packages, catching out of the flat, and steady contributions on kick/punt coverage. For New England, that profile fits a healthy competition behind the current RB group and optimization of the
At the college level, Ward is regarded as a Central Michigan icon: a locker-room leader, multiple MAC honors, and big-game splash plays. Professionalism and discipline are why NFL teams continue to give him opportunities.
Operationally, the Patriots are expected to complete a snap–hold–protection review for the field-goal/extra-point unit while considering roster moves such as a practice-squad deal, a reserve/future contract, or ramped-up internal competition if the workout goes well.
CEO Robert Kraft with a Warm Gesture Defending Female Patriots Fans After Controversial Incident
Foxborough, Massachusetts – October 28, 2025
After the New England Patriots’ dominant 32–13 victory over the Cleveland Browns at Gillette Stadium, a video circulating on social media sent shockwaves through the NFL community. In the clip, a group of female Patriots fans wearing bikinis were seen dancing and cheering from the stands at the moment their team sealed the win. While many fans viewed this as a “spontanous burst of joy,” it also faced harsh criticism from some spectators who called it “lacking public decorum.”
Amid public pressure, many awaited a response from the Patriots’ leadership—and team owner Robert Kraft took an unexpected stance: standing up to defend the group of fans.
“I don’t see anything shameful in it at all. They love the team, they love this victory, and they expressed their genuine emotions. In a world where everything is scrutinized, sometimes we forget that football—ultimately—is about joy, connection, and freedom of spirit,” Kraft said during a brief press conference Monday morning.
His statement quickly spread across social media, garnering thousands of supportive comments. Many Patriots fans wrote: “Thank you Mr. Kraft, finally someone sees things with heart instead of judgment.”
One of the female fans featured in the video shared on X (Twitter): “We didn’t mean to offend. We were just so happy. When I heard Mr. Kraft speak, I started crying. I felt understood.”
Robert Kraft’s actions went beyond words. According to internal sources, he sent a personal thank-you letter to the group of fans, with the message: “The Patriots are more than just a team—they are a family. And in this family, no one is left behind just for expressing joy.”
In an era where judgment spreads faster than empathy, Robert Kraft’s message rings out as a simple reminder: sports are not just about winning or losing—but about emotion and humanity.
