Eli Raridon and Wife Mourn Loss of Newborn Son

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New England Patriots rookie tight end Eli Raridon and his wife, Anna, are mourning the loss of their newborn son, Peter James, born on Sept. 11 and diagnosed during pregnancy with anencephaly. Raridon, drafted 95th overall in 2026, has recorded a touchdown and a 30-yard reception this season, but missed the recent game against Jacksonville due to a thigh injury. The couple shared their grief in a joint Instagram post, expressing gratitude for the time spent with their first child.