Signed: Patriots acquire WR Greg Lewis from Eagles
According to Mike Reiss of the Boston Globe, the Patriots have signed Eagles WR Greg Lewis in a trade for a 5th round draft pick. Here's a bit about Lewis' salary situation:
Lewis, 29, has spent the first six years of his career with the Eagles. He has three years remaining on his current contract, which the Patriots would inherit in a trade (barring a restructure/renegotiation). He is scheduled to earn $650,000 in 2009, $670,000 in 2010 and $725,000 in 2011.
The speedy Lewis (6-0, 180) totaled 19 receptions for 247 yards last season, with one touchdown.
After free agent WR Jabar Gaffney signed with Denver, there was a hole at #3. At 6-0, 180 he fits nicely, physical-wise, between Welker and Moss and will most likely be used in those 10-20 yarder sideline routes that Moss looks so uncoordinated at. I wouldn't be surprised if we saw more WR's brought into training camp; Belichick likes to load the roster, work 'em, and figure out who's a good fit.
[EDITORS NOTE] Mad props to Pie McKenzie's FanPost. He beat me to this news and I missed it before publishing this story.
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used to watch him live on Saturdays...
…here in Champaign when he played for Illinois. Seems to be able to stretch and play taller than his 6’0" body, not #1 material but seems well suited for our slot receiver needs. Probably a bit overrated on his speed, but I think a good fit. Affordable too.
by jctsai12 on Mar 5, 2009 5:47 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Glew's had some luck against you guys...
… and it’s very possible his luck continues with you guys.

by andyreidswaistline on Mar 5, 2009 6:22 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
the passing of the nickname torch
Such an honor to receive it.
"These players, a lot of other people didn't believe in them, but they believe in themselves. And that is all that matters."- Bill Belichick
by Mainiac on Mar 5, 2009 11:19 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Nickname
Henceforth, all of my posts shall refer to Greg Lewis as “His Glewness” or Mr. Glew or Glew…
Cool nickname!
Blogger at SBNation's New England Patriots blog, Pats Pulpit
by MaPatsFan on Mar 6, 2009 8:16 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
All of those adjectives on the bottle could apply to most Patriots...
…“multi-purpose”, “bonds strong”, “for all your needs”, and especially the all-important anti-T.O. factor – “safe, non-toxic”
Keep the faith!
by Marima on Mar 6, 2009 8:27 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

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