Pats Pulpit - All PostsPats Pulpit: A New England Patriots Communityhttps://cdn.vox-cdn.com/community_logos/51321/pp-fav.png2024-03-19T06:06:05-04:00http://www.patspulpit.com/rss/current/2024-03-19T06:06:05-04:002024-03-19T06:06:05-04:00Patriots updated depth chart: Free agency edition
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<p>A look at the Patriots’ roster with free agency underway.</p> <p id="jhvhbl">The <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a>’ self-proclaimed “new era” will kick into its highest gear yet this week: NFL free agency is upon us. Throughout the week and beyond, the team’s roster will therefore see constant movement both through addition and subtraction.</p>
<p id="MBvB8b">In order not to lose sight of any moves, please make sure to bookmark and regularly revisit our <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093159/patriots-nfl-free-agency-tracker-rumors-news-signings-analysis-2024"><em>Patriots Free Agency Tracker</em></a>. When it comes to the team’s up-to-date roster, this is your place to be.</p>
<h2 id="vBaZD9">Patriots 90-man roster</h2>
<p id="6MlzPq"><strong>Quarterback (3):</strong> Jacoby Brissett (--), Bailey Zappe (4), Nathan Rourke (13)</p>
<p id="RcQiu5"><strong>Running back (5):</strong> Rhamondre Stevenson (38), Antonio Gibson (--), Kevin Harris (36), JaMycal Hasty (39), Ke’Shawn Vaughn (43)</p>
<p id="wL6vKT"><strong>Wide receiver (9):</strong> Kendrick Bourne (84), DeMario Douglas (81), JuJu Smith-Schuster (7), K.J. Osborn (--), Tyquan Thornton (11), Jalen Reagor (83 | KR), Kayshon Boutte (80), T.J. Luther (82), Kawaan Baker (--)</p>
<p id="wW9f56"><strong>Tight end (3):</strong> Hunter Henry (85), Austin Hooper (--), La’Michael Pettway (46)</p>
<p id="18T79C"><strong>Offensive tackle (7)</strong> Michael Onwenu (71), Chukwuma Okorafor (--), Calvin Anderson (76), Conor McDermott (75), Vederian Lowe (59), Tyrone Wheatley Jr. (72), Andrew Stueber (64)</p>
<p id="7yrp2W"><strong>Interior offensive line (7):</strong> Cole Strange (69), David Andrews (60), Sidy Sow (62), Jake Andrews (67), Atonio Mafi (68), Nick Leverett (--), Michael Jordan (--)</p>
<p id="p7aVch"><strong>Interior defensive line (9):</strong> Christian Barmore (90), Davon Godchaux (92), Deatrich Wise Jr. (91), Keion White (99), Armon Watts (--), Daniel Ekuale (95), Jeremiah Pharms Jr. (70), Sam Roberts (96), Trysten Hill (97)</p>
<p id="HJV9MF"><strong>Defensive edge (4):</strong> Matthew Judon (9), Anfernee Jennings (33), Josh Uche (55), William Bradley-King (52)</p>
<p id="jYqVHE"><strong>Linebacker (6): </strong>Ja’Whaun Bentley (8), Jahlani Tavai (48), Sione Takitaki (16), Raekwon McMillan (50), Christian Elliss (53 | ST), Joe Giles-Harris (44 | ST)</p>
<p id="P9axvW"><strong>Cornerback (8):</strong> Christian Gonzalez (6), Jonathan Jones (31), Marcus Jones (25 | PR), Alex Austin (28), Shaun Wade (26), Marco Wilson (19), Isaiah Bolden (29), Azizi Hearn (42)</p>
<p id="mi7PBV"><strong>Safety (5):</strong> Kyle Dugger (23), Jabrill Peppers (3), Marte Mapu (30), Joshuah Bledsoe (24), Brenden Schooler (41 | ST)</p>
<p id="11hU00"><strong>Specialists (3):</strong> Chad Ryland (37 | K), Bryce Baringer (17 | P | H), Joe Cardona (49 | LS)</p>
<p id="dTTIXU">The Patriots roster has seen some big-name movement since the start of the NFL offseason in early February, none bigger than the trade that sent former starting quarterback Mac Jones to Jacksonville. In addition, veterans Lawrence Guy, Adrian Phillips, J.C. Jackson, Chris Board and DeVante Parker have also been shown the door; they have all been released.</p>
<p id="sqS7HR">As for the remaining roster, there are some areas of strength especially on the defensive side of the ball. The offense, meanwhile, can be classified a work in progress from the very top — the quarterback position — down.</p>
<h2 id="BG4w0t">Patriots free agents</h2>
<p id="Ng7UC7"><strong>Unrestricted free agents (5):</strong> OT Trent Brown, CB Myles Bryant, ST Cody Davis, RB Ezekiel Elliott, OT Riley Reiff</p>
<p id="7i91h9"><strong>Restricted free agents (1):</strong> LB Terez Hall</p>
<p id="I2Xl6b"><strong>Exclusive rights free agents (1):</strong> WR Tre Nixon</p>
<p id="beYJd3">New England already took care of both of its marquee free agents, using the transition tag on safety Kyle Dugger and later re-signing O-lineman Michael Onwenu via a three-year deal. That doesn’t mean there are no notable names left to be taken care of, but the biggest two have been kept around.</p>
https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-free-agency-rumors-signings-updates-transactions/2024/3/11/24097048/patriots-roster-depth-chart-nfl-free-agency-2024Bernd Buchmasser2024-03-19T06:02:14-04:002024-03-19T06:02:14-04:00Patriots have shown no desire to trade down from the No. 3 draft pick so far
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<p>New England appears set on taking a quarterback early in the first round of the draft.</p> <p id="PvnHwe">The <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a> have to answer a <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/18/24076441/sunday-patriots-notes-fundamental-question-nfl-draft">fundamental question</a> as they embark on rebuilding their offense: Do they start with the quarterback, or do they first address the other spots around the most important position on the field before investing in one?</p>
<p id="MFicRq">There are arguments in both directions, but it appears the team has zeroed in on its approach. The first step will seemingly be to address the QB vacancy, and then the other pieces will fall into place at a later point.</p>
<p id="y4pwnh">How do we know? The Patriots have seemingly not shown any desire to trade out of their current draft slot at No. 3 overall — prime real estate if they want to add one of the top quarterback prospects available in this year’s class. According to a <a href="https://www.si.com/nfl/2024/03/18/takeaways-aaron-donald-rams-fields-bears-steelers">report</a> by Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer, the organization has shown “no appetite” to trade its pick:</p>
<blockquote><p id="TGoXnU">[A]ssuming the Bears, Commanders and Patriots stay put and draft quarterbacks—zero of the three have shown an appetite for trading one of those picks—McCarthy is not just worthy of being, at worst, the fourth QB off the board, but maybe someone worth moving up for.</p></blockquote>
<p id="BbXhAZ">The Patriots have been the subject of trade speculation throughout the offseason. Not only do they have several holes all over their offense, they also might have a <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/15/24101926/vikings-texans-draft-trade-patriots-speculation-quarterback-maye-mccarthy">willing trade partner</a> in the equally quarterback-needy <a href="https://www.dailynorseman.com/">Minnesota Vikings</a>.</p>
<p id="PYxSlJ">However, it looks increasingly likely that New England will not entertain any trade offers and instead stay put. Doing so would allow the club to select one of the top quarterback prospects in this year’s draft.</p>
<p id="9IJ05m">While USC’s Caleb Williams is likely headed to the <a href="https://www.windycitygridiron.com/">Chicago Bears</a> at No. 1 overall, one of North Carolina’s Drake Maye and LSU’s Jayden Daniels would then be available in the third spot, with Michigan QB J.J. McCarthy also a dark-horse candidate. One of those three ending up in New England seems like a relatively safe bet at this point in time.</p>
<p id="LHXLIM">The Patriots are in need to address their quarterback spot after ending the Mac Jones era with a 4-13 record and him getting benched in favor of backup Bailey Zappe. The former first-round draft pick Jones has since been traded to Jacksonville, with Zappe also not showing much that would suggest he can be a long-term solution.</p>
<p id="dyyBVw">The team did sign veteran Jacoby Brissett in free agency, but he too appears to be little more than a bridge option. All things point toward the Patriots adding their next QB in the draft, and with the third overall pick.</p>
https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/19/24105606/patriots-nfl-draft-rumor-desire-trade-down-no-3-pickBernd Buchmasser2024-03-18T23:05:29-04:002024-03-18T23:05:29-04:00Patriots free agency tracker: News, rumors, signings, instant analysis
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<p>Make sure to stay up-to-date with all of the Patriots’ free agency news and rumors.</p> <p id="W6EDEp">It’s a new era for the <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a>. With long-time head coach and quasi-general manager Bill Belichick leaving the club earlier this offseason, the new regime led by Jerod Mayo and Eliot Wolf is tasked with getting the organization back on track.</p>
<p id="NsrfC5">The next major opportunity to do so already awaits: NFL free agency, which is set to begin on Wednesday, March 13, at 4 p.m. ET.</p>
<p id="2t60Tv">The Patriots and the league’s other 31 franchises will all be quite busy in the days leading up to that pivotal day on the calendar as well: the so-called legal tampering period will open on Monday, March 11, at noon. Traditionally, much of the big moves will already happen early during that negotiation window.</p>
<p id="7hxkBs">As for the Patriots, they are expected to be aggressive. Not only are they under new leadership and coming off back-to-back seasons without a playoff berth, they also are among the NFL leaders in available resources. Mayo, Wolf and company are therefore in a good position to purposefully tackle the beginning of the franchise’s first major rebuild in 24 years.</p>
<p id="PS0OtH">In order to not get lost amidst all the chaos, our traditional <em>Patriots Free Agency Tracker</em> is here to help. We will keep you up-to-date on all the latest developments, rumors and news, so please make sure to bookmark and regularly re-visit.</p>
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<p id="8u80sz">CB Alex Austin (ERFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093596/patriots-retain-exclusive-rights-free-agent-cornerback-alex-austin">Re-signed (1 year, $915k)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099364/patriots-christian-elliss-exclusive-rights-free-agents-analysis-nfl-free-agency">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/12/24071115/patriots-2024-free-agency-alex-austin-cornerback">Profile</a></p>
<p id="OJcqwI">WR Kendrick Bourne (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/10/24096848/patriots-re-sign-wide-receiver-kendrick-bourne-three-year-deal">Re-signed (3 years, $19.5M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24096995/patriots-re-sign-kendrick-bourne-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/13/24071067/patriots-2024-free-agency-kendrick-bourne-wide-receiver">Profile</a> | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23866346">Contract</a></p>
<p id="i31yGB">TE Pharaoh Brown (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24099221/seahawks-reportedly-agree-to-deal-with-ex-patriots-tight-end-pharaoh-brown">Signed by Seattle (1 year, 3.2M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099246/patriots-austin-hooper-signing-pharaoh-brown-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/14/24072765/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-pharaoh-brown-wide-receiver">Profile</a></p>
<p id="SVb5iS">OT Trent Brown (UFA): TBD | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/15/24071934/patriots-2024-free-agency-trent-brown-offensive-tackle">Profile</a></p>
<p id="1HJjUl">CB Myles Bryant (UFA): TBD | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/16/24074723/patriots-free-agency-profile-myles-bryant-value">Profile</a></p>
<p id="4C7jHt">ST Cody Davis (UFA): TBD | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/17/24074898/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-cody-davis-special-teams">Profile</a></p>
<p id="7ccCMX">S Kyle Dugger (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/5/24091490/patriots-kyle-dugger-transition-tag-nfl-free-agency">Transition-tagged (1 year, $13.82M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/5/24091496/patriots-kyle-dugger-transition-tag-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077237/patriots-free-agency-profile-kyle-dugger">Profile</a></p>
<p id="m003mI">RB Ezekiel Elliott (UFA): TBD | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/20/24077521/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-ezekiel-elliott-running-back">Profile</a></p>
<p id="FH0AGc">ST Christian Elliss (ERFA): <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23862948">Re-signed (1 year, $985k)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099364/patriots-christian-elliss-exclusive-rights-free-agents-analysis-nfl-free-agency">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/21/24078999/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-christian-elliss">Profile</a></p>
<p id="Q20wOr">TE Mike Gesicki (UFA): <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23862554">Signed by Bengals (1 year, $2.5M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098585/analysis-losing-mike-gesicki-bengals-free-agency-patriots">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/22/24079809/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-mike-gesicki-tight-end">Profile</a></p>
<p id="8NDaO4">LB Terez Hall (RFA): TBD (<a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099971/patriots-decline-tender-tre-nixon-terez-hall-nfl-free-agency">not tendered</a>) | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/23/24080860/patriots-nfl-free-agency-2024-profile-terez-hall-linebacker">Profile</a></p>
<p id="96ACQh">TE Hunter Henry (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/8/24094367/patriots-hunter-henry-signed-nfl-free-agency-news">Re-signed (3 years, $27M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/8/24094398/patriots-re-signing-hunter-henry-analysis-nfl-free-agency">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/24/24081121/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-hunter-henry-tight-end">Profile</a></p>
<p id="4DnaRY">ED Anfernee Jennings (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099367/patriots-re-sign-anfernee-jennings-nfl-free-agency">Re-signed (3 years, $11.7M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099375/patriots-anfernee-jennings-re-signing-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/26/24082687/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-anfernee-jennings-edge-linebacker">Profile</a></p>
<p id="x3BYsG">S Jalen Mills (UFA/void): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098969/ex-patriots-defensive-back-jalen-mills-joining-giants-on-reported-one-year-deal">Signed by Giants (1 year)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099212/patriots-jalen-mills-departure-nlf-free-agency-analysis-giants">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/27/24083899/patriots-2024-free-agency-profile-jalen-mills-safety">Profile</a></p>
<p id="SRV2Xc">WR Tre Nixon (ERFA): TBD (<a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099971/patriots-decline-tender-tre-nixon-terez-hall-nfl-free-agency">not tendered</a>) | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/28/24085125/patriots-free-agency-profile-tre-nixon-wide-receiver">Profile</a></p>
<p id="yBtiWE">OL Michael Onwenu (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097441/patriots-re-sign-michael-onwenu-nfl-free-agency-news">Re-signed (3 years, $57M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097985/patriots-michael-onwenu-signing-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/29/24086471/patriots-michael-onwenu-nfl-free-agency-profile-2024">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/14/24100710/patriots-michael-onwenu-nfl-free-agency-contract-details-analysis">Contract</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/11/24098043/patriots-free-agency-grade-re-signing-michael-onwenu">Grade</a></p>
<p id="tdP9eF">WR Jalen Reagor (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24098085/patriots-reportedly-re-sign-wide-receiver-jalen-reagor-one-year-deal">Re-signed (1 year, $1.3M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098192/patriots-jalen-reagor-re-signing-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/1/24087395/patriots-jalen-reagor-nfl-free-agency-profile">Profile</a></p>
<p id="g2Ewg9">OT Riley Reiff (UFA): TBD | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/2/24087892/patriots-riley-reiff-nfl-free-agency-profile">Profile</a></p>
<p id="imAWzt">QB Nathan Rourke (ERFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/2/24088273/patriots-re-sign-qb-nathan-rourke-nfl-free-agency">Re-signed (1 year, $915k)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/4/24089990/patriots-re-signing-nathan-rourke-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="5ZN1oS">ED Josh Uche (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098746/patriots-re-sign-linebacker-josh-uche-to-reported-one-year-3-million-contract">Re-signed (1 year, $3M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098908/analysis-re-signing-josh-uche-free-agency-patriots">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/4/24090097/patriots-josh-uche-nfl-free-agency-preview-profile">Profile</a> | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23863469">Contract</a></p>
<p id="ZDm08m">OT Tyrone Wheatley Jr. (ERFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093694/patriots-reportedly-tendering-exclusive-rights-offensive-tackle-tyrone-wheatley-jr">Re-signed (1 year, $915k)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099364/patriots-christian-elliss-exclusive-rights-free-agents-analysis-nfl-free-agency">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/5/24090539/patriots-tyrone-wheatley-nfl-free-agency-profile">Profile</a></p>
<p id="c2QVef">LB Mack Wilson Sr. (UFA): <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097874/former-patriots-linebacker-mack-wilson-joining-cardinals-on-reported-three-year-pact">Signed by Cardinals (3 years, $12.8M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098725/patriots-mack-wilson-nfl-free-agency-analysis-cardinals">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/6/24092592/patriots-mack-wilson-nfl-free-agency-profile">Profile</a></p>
<p id="DXqO87">Special teamer Matthew Slater and offensive lineman James Ferentz were also originally scheduled to enter unrestricted free agency. However, both announced their retirements from football earlier this offseason and are therefore no longer of consideration.</p>
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<h1 id="QAAxcm">Patriots acquisitions</h1>
<p id="v3Ed2s">OT Chukwuma Okorafor: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093799/patriots-sign-former-steelers-offensive-tackle-chukwuma-okorafor-report">Signed (1 year, $4M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093818/patriots-chukwuma-okorafor-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/8/24094221/patriots-chukwuma-okorafor-offensive-tackle-signing-profile-analysis">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/9/24095235/patriots-chukwuma-okorafor-contract-details-nfl-free-agency">Contract</a></p>
<p id="KG5r3j">RB Antonio Gibson: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097608/patriots-reportedly-signing-ex-commanders-running-back-antonio-gibson">Signed (3 years, $11.3M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097630/patriots-antonio-gibson-signing-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23861730">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/11/24097709/patriots-free-agency-grade-signing-antonio-gibson">Grade</a></p>
<p id="KkQpPu">QB Jacoby Brissett: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24098021/patriots-sign-quarterback-jacoby-brissett-nfl-free-agency">Signed (1 year, $8M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24098041/analysis-jacoby-brissett-free-agency-signing-patriots">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098349/patriots-jacoby-brissett-nfl-free-agency-signing-profile-analysis">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/15/24101663/patriots-jacoby-brissett-contract-details-nfl-free-agency">Contract</a> | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23862147">Grade</a></p>
<p id="q7cAKN">LB Sione Takitaki: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24098069/patriots-sign-sione-takitaki-nfl-free-agency-news">Signed (2 years, $6.6M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098166/patriots-sione-takitaki-signing-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23863838">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/12/24098393/patriots-free-agency-grade-signing-sione-takitaki">Grade</a></p>
<p id="9VKlBI">TE Austin Hooper: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24099184/patriots-signing-tight-end-austin-hooper-reported-one-year-3-million-deal">Signed (1 year, $3M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099246/patriots-austin-hooper-signing-pharaoh-brown-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/13/24099455/patriots-free-agency-grade-signing-austin-hooper">Grade</a></p>
<p id="odwqgd">DT Armon Watts: <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23864070">Signed (1 year, $2.2M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24100056/analysis-signing-armon-watts-free-agency-patriots">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/14/24100120/patriots-armon-watts-nfl-free-agency-signing-profile-analysis">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/13/24100059/patriots-free-agency-grade-signing-armon-watts">Grade</a></p>
<p id="DnyuZA">OL Nick Leverett: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24100130/patriots-reportedly-signing-former-buccaneers-guard-nick-leverett">Signed (1 year, $1.8M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/14/24100190/patriots-nick-leverett-signing-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/15/24101489/patriots-nick-leverett-nfl-free-agency-signing-profile-analysis">Profile</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/13/24100145/patriots-free-agency-grade-signing-nick-leverett">Grade</a></p>
<p id="1qL5kE">WR K.J. Osborn: <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23868258">Signed (1 year)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/17/24104264/patriots-kj-osborn-signing-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/18/24104645/patriots-kj-obsorn-nfl-free-agency-signing-profile-analysis">Profile</a></p>
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<h1 id="AJbVVg">Patriots departures</h1>
<p id="9YaidJ">DT Lawrence Guy: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077704/patriots-release-lawrence-guy-adrian-phillips">Released</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077710/patriots-release-lawrence-guy-adrian-phillips-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="HepgGX">S Adrian Phillips: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077704/patriots-release-lawrence-guy-adrian-phillips">Released</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077710/patriots-release-lawrence-guy-adrian-phillips-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="XuKcfy">CB J.C. Jackson: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/1/24088004/patriots-release-cornerback-j-c-jackson-ahead-of-league-year">Released</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/1/24088005/patriots-jc-jackson-release-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="aLf0kK">QB Mac Jones: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/10/24096282/patriots-trade-mac-jones-jaguars">Traded to Jaguars</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/10/24096319/patriots-trade-mac-jones-analysis-nfl">Analysis</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24096593/patriots-mac-jones-trade-jaguars-do-your-job">Opinion</a></p>
<p id="vauUl4">LB Chris Board: <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23861167">Released</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097365/patriots-chris-board-released-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="Cy2zQL">WR DeVante Parker: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097686/patriots-to-release-wide-receiver-devante-parker-per-report">Released</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097697/patriots-release-devante-parker-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="YcaJj2">LB Mack Wilson Sr.: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/11/24097874/former-patriots-linebacker-mack-wilson-joining-cardinals-on-reported-three-year-pact">Signed by Cardinals (3 years, $12.8M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098725/patriots-mack-wilson-nfl-free-agency-analysis-cardinals">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="MFxccx">TE Mike Gesicki: <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23862554">Signed by Bengals (1 year, $2.5M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098585/analysis-losing-mike-gesicki-bengals-free-agency-patriots">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="LhQtdk">S Jalen Mills: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24098969/ex-patriots-defensive-back-jalen-mills-joining-giants-on-reported-one-year-deal">Signed by Giants (1 year)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099212/patriots-jalen-mills-departure-nlf-free-agency-analysis-giants">Analysis</a></p>
<p id="QAzSOC">TE Pharaoh Brown: <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/12/24099221/seahawks-reportedly-agree-to-deal-with-ex-patriots-tight-end-pharaoh-brown">Signed by Seahawks (1 year, $3.2M)</a> | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/13/24099246/patriots-austin-hooper-signing-pharaoh-brown-nfl-free-agency-analysis">Analysis</a></p>
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<h1 id="serj4A">News and rumors tracker</h1>
<p id="9SOKbH">Veteran offensive tackle Trent Brown, whose contract with the Patriots voided in February, is scheduled to visit with the Bengals. | <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1769868592470782279?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="pVuTK9"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England is signing free agent wide receiver K.J. Osborn. | <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1769456335140143341">Report</a></p>
<p id="r5MmAp"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England has renegotiated cornerback Marco Wilson’s contract to add $750,000 to their salary cap. | <a href="https://x.com/ThomasPServo/status/1768605248166277167?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="CZBsQO">The Patriots have reportedly shown interest in wide receiver Tyler Boyd. | <a href="https://x.com/ByMarkDaniels/status/1768047550521614757?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="5wRooc"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England is signing interior offensive lineman Nick Leverett. An undrafted rookie in 2020, the ex-Buccaneer has started 10 games so far in the NFL. | <a href="https://twitter.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1768043696694473173">Report</a></p>
<p id="BektU8">Patriots free agency target Calvin Ridley is joining the Titans. | <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1768021822874796389">Report</a></p>
<p id="2oL58I"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England is signing defensive tackle Armon Watts. | <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1768017361007759476?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="SHoAxQ"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England has declined to extend tender offers to restricted free agent Terez Hall and exclusive rights free agent Tre Nixon, meaning that both entered the open market at 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday.</p>
<p id="vuypCD">The competition for wide receiver Calvin Ridley is believed to come down to the Jaguars and Patriots. | <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1768000265347637484?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="MFIuaP">The Patriots and previously released cornerback J.C. Jackson have “mutual interest” in a reunion further down the line. | <a href="https://twitter.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1767948963196317834">Report</a></p>
<p id="AcBojI">The “current sense” is that Calvin Ridley will eventually re-sign with the Jaguars. | <a href="https://twitter.com/jjones9/status/1767942202527764761">Report</a></p>
<p id="6BgWSe"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England is bringing linebacker Anfernee Jennings back on a three-year deal. | <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1767859141337321930?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="uD1GB7"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>Tight end Pharaoh Brown is set to join to the Seattle Seahawks. | <a href="https://x.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1767743701554512045?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="ui4wM9"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>The Patriots have agreed to terms with tight end Austin Hooper on a reported one-year contract. The two-time Pro Bowler spent last season with the Raiders and previously overlapped with new offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt in Cleveland. | <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1767732756157534682?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="DLkYm2"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Safety Jalen Mills will join the Giants on a reported one-year contract. | <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1767662744688287916">Report</a></p>
<p id="TcUIEF"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots have announced the re-signing three of three exclusive rights free agents. Besides the previously reported Nathan Rourke and Tyrone Wheatley Jr., they will also keep special teams linebacker Christian Elliss in the fold.</p>
<p id="ZsAfqU">Ex-New England wide receiver DeVante Parker is joining the Eagles on a one-year $1.2 million deal. In total, he can earn $4.7 million this season, with his outstanding Patriots salary guarantees accounting for the difference. | <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1767638836425744670">Report</a></p>
<p id="457Nsp"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Edge defender Josh Uche is staying put on a reported one-year deal. | <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1767635962199253273">Report</a></p>
<p id="pJPP7e">The Patriots have an offer out for WR Calvin Ridley and waiting to hear back. | <a href="https://x.com/JosinaAnderson/status/1767612107174928477?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="SiERVx">The Patriots are pushing to sign WR Calvin Ridley, but he “currently prefers to return to Jacksonville.” | <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1767590727620370907?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="CGZi7J">New England has reportedly shown interest in veteran defensive lineman Sheldon Rankins. | <a href="https://x.com/ByMarkDaniels/status/1767587132221120658?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="TMpBN8">The Patriots have “checked in with the Chargers” about potential players to be cut or made available via trade. | <a href="https://x.com/DougKyed/status/1767576763658301813?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="ManF7m"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Mike Gesicki is leaving New England after only one season to sign a one-year deal with the Bengals. | <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1767566763267355055?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="zhMWxh">The Patriots reportedly “hope to sign” free agent wide receiver Calvin Ridley. Both they and. the Jaguars are interested in his services, with another team potentially involved as well. | <a href="https://twitter.com/jjones9/status/1767537543946355011">Report</a></p>
<p id="PaAPvk">The Patriots and free agent running back Ezekiel Elliott have reportedly not had any conversations about him re-joining the team. | <a href="https://twitter.com/cpriceglobe/status/1767360963966017571">Report</a></p>
<p id="JF6yTj"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>The Patriots are re-signing wide receiver Jalen Reagor, who played in 11 games for the team last season. | <a href="https://x.com/Schultz_Report/status/1767360794759451131?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="hpCugD"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England is adding linebacker Sione Takitaki on a two-year deal. | <a href="https://twitter.com/TomPelissero/status/1767352501626405108">Report</a></p>
<p id="C4pUl3"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots are bringing quarterback Jacoby Brissett in as a free agent. A reunion for the former New England third-round drraft pick. | <a href="https://twitter.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1767345347091648861">Report</a></p>
<p id="iu8VcT"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>Offensive lineman Michael Onwenu is staying put via a reported three-year, $57 million deal. | <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1767332163224047918">Report</a></p>
<p id="WL1UbP"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Linebacker Mack Wilson, who played some of his best football down the stretch in 2023, is leaving the team. He will join the Cardinals on a three-year contract despite a similar offer being on the table from the Patriots. | <a href="https://x.com/MikeReiss/status/1767304125606219984?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="rgTLLL">According to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo, there is “interest” in New England bringing Michael Onwenu back. The Giants were rumored to be in the mix as well, but them signing Jon Runyan to a big-money deal might eliminate them from the running. | <a href="https://twitter.com/iambrianhines/status/1767297434210709621">Report</a></p>
<p id="MZtZ3X"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots will release wide receiver DeVante Parker at the start of the new league year on Wednesday. | <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1767274073686434118?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="HVbCgI"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots are signing running back Antonio Gibson. | <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1767259902982971880">Report</a></p>
<p id="6FZCdu">The Patriots are reportedly looking to “offload” veteran wide receivers JuJu Smith-Schuster and DeVante Parker. | <a href="https://www.bostonherald.com/2024/03/11/6-things-to-watch-in-patriots-free-agency/">Report</a></p>
<p id="Wa2QiR">The Patriots have reportedly not extended a contract offer to edge Josh Uche before free agency. | <a href="https://twitter.com/cpriceglobe/status/1766976412945187224">Report</a></p>
<p id="CudBDV">Wide receiver Tee Higgins, who was viewed as a potential target for the Patriots should he enter free agency, has reportedly requested to be traded by the Bengals. He was franchise-tagged last week. | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23861260">Report</a></p>
<p id="lcHBGK"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> New England plans to release linebacker and core special teamer Chris Board. | <a href="https://x.com/TomPelissero/status/1767183301758922805?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="okMB20">Wide receiver Calvin Ridley will be one of the New England’s top priorities early in free agency. | <a href="https://x.com/ChadGraff/status/1767176634480652794?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="QxBygc">Quarterback Jacoby Brissett is expected to be “one of the Patriots’ first calls” when legal tampering begins. | <a href="https://x.com/ChadGraff/status/1767175503553745198?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="XWWoH3"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>New England agreed on a brand new three-year deal with Kendrick Bourne, who was the club's top receiver last season before suffering a torn ACL in Week 8. | <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1766993602054394341?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="LKvEdu">Linebacker Mack Wilson is reportedly set to test the market after receiving a three-year offer from New England. | <a href="https://x.com/ByMarkDaniels/status/1766942761742160256?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="7zEOep"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Mac Jones is being traded to the Jaguars. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/10/24096282/patriots-trade-mac-jones-jaguars">Report</a></p>
<p id="5Fxcax">The Patriots are reportedly expected to “swing big” on free agent wide receiver Calvin Ridley. | <a href="https://www.espn.com/nfl/insider/insider/story/_/id/39691968/2024-nfl-free-agency-latest-buzz-news-rumors-signings-contracts-trades">Report</a></p>
<p id="BJYDL2">New England was among the teams showing interest in wide receiver Jerry Jeudy before he was traded from Denver to Cleveland. | <a href="https://twitter.com/JFowlerESPN/status/1766518727179210958">Report</a></p>
<p id="80ucqp">Trent Brown and the Patriots are “looking in different directions,” the veteran offensive tackle said on Sirius XM NFL Radio. | <a href="http://www.sbnation.com/e/23860263">Report</a></p>
<p id="sQVtmY">Offensive tackle Tyrone Wheatley Jr. has signed his exclusive rights tender, meaning his return to New England is official. | <a href="https://x.com/cpriceglobe/status/1766152626079461824?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="zxxdYW">Hunter Henry’s new deal with the Patriots is worth $27 million with a maximum of $30 million. | <a href="https://twitter.com/RapSheet/status/1766130772996403242">Report</a></p>
<p id="NCKdBc"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Tight end Hunter Henry, a team captain in 2023 who was among the team’s most reliable players the last three years, is returning to New England on a new three-year contract extension. He will not enter free agency. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/8/24094367/patriots-hunter-henry-signed-nfl-free-agency-news">Report</a></p>
<p id="qqaM5o">New England is “finalizing a deal” to retain Hunter Henry. | <a href="https://twitter.com/MikeGarafolo/status/1766125426135482407">Report</a></p>
<p id="XCraqE">The Patriots are reportedly “working on a deal” with tight end Hunter Henry. | <a href="https://twitter.com/JosinaAnderson/status/1766121800860143765">Report</a></p>
<p id="K0jZr1">Chukwuma Okorafor’s contract with the Patriots carries a reported base value of $4 million, with incentives possibly pushing it up to $8.25 million. | <a href="https://twitter.com/FieldYates/status/1766101842562322567">Report</a></p>
<p id="5AXVm5"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots have reportedly signed free agent Chukwuma Okorafor, who was released by the Steelers last month. | <a href="https://x.com/RapSheet/status/1765855116513456545?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="fVUE3q"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>The Patriots reportedly plan to tender offensive tackle Tyrone Wheatley Jr., who appeared in two games after arriving via trade last August. | <a href="https://x.com/ByMarkDaniels/status/1765820044481531920?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="Vtda5R"><strong>Patriots transaction: </strong>Cornerback Alex Austin, an exclusive-rights free agent, has announced he will be remaining with New England in 2024. | <a href="https://x.com/kinnggalex/status/1765807896330182869?s=20">Report</a></p>
<p id="6r7Dp9">The Patriots have done their due diligence on Chiefs cornerback L’Jarius Sneed. | <a href="https://www.masslive.com/patriots/2024/03/are-patriots-showing-trade-interest-in-a-top-cornerback.html">Report</a></p>
<p id="DmqLMo"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots have placed the transition tag on safety Kyle Dugger. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/5/24091490/patriots-kyle-dugger-transition-tag-nfl-free-agency">Report</a></p>
<p id="o52z1r">New England was among the teams expressing interest in Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans before his re-signing. | <a href="https://twitter.com/DMRussini/status/1764665841730068797">Report</a></p>
<p id="wj7gBr">The Patriots have expressed interest in retaining free agent Josh Uche. | <a href="https://www.masslive.com/patriots/2024/03/patriots-are-interested-in-re-signing-young-pass-rusher.html">Report</a></p>
<p id="JmH4IJ">The Patriots and tight end Hunter Henry are “far apart” on a new contract. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/5/24090993/patriots-hunter-henry-free-agency-far-apart-contract-negotiations">Report</a></p>
<p id="eLySqy">The Patriots have extended a contract offer to wideout Kendrick Bourne. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/4/24090014/patriots-contract-offer-free-agency-kendrick-bourne">Report</a></p>
<p id="maowvp"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Backup quarterback Nathan Rourke has become the first Patriots free agent to re-sign with the club. The exclusive rights free agent was signed on a one-year tender. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/2/24088273/patriots-re-sign-qb-nathan-rourke-nfl-free-agency">Report</a></p>
<p id="lc0mmZ"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> Cornerback J.C. Jackson has been released just five months after returning to New England via trade from the Chargers. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/1/24088004/patriots-release-cornerback-j-c-jackson-ahead-of-league-year">Report</a></p>
<p id="axz8Sv">The Patriots have an extension on the table for pending free agent Kyle Dugger. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/29/24087014/patriots-reportedly-have-extended-offer-to-kyle-dugger-ahead-of-free-agency">Report</a></p>
<p id="iKZ2Wg">Anfernee Jennings has changed agencies ahead of free agency. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/28/24085061/patriots-anfernee-jennings-change-agents-nfl-free-agency">Report</a></p>
<p id="PtP07l">Michael Onwenu has fired his agents before his first ever trip to the open market. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/26/24083350/patriots-michael-onwenu-fires-agents-free-agency">Report</a></p>
<p id="inm0f8">Kendrick Bourne is expected to test the market. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/24/24081924/patriots-kendrick-bourne-free-agency-update">Report</a></p>
<p id="WjFPTv"><strong>Patriots transaction:</strong> The Patriots and offensive tackle Trent Brown did not agree to a new contract before the February 19 deadline, voiding his contract. He is now scheduled to enter the open market on March 13. | <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077192/patriots-trent-brown-future-free-agency-contract">Report</a></p>
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https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093159/patriots-nfl-free-agency-tracker-rumors-news-signings-analysis-2024Bernd BuchmasserOliver ThomasBrian Hines2024-03-18T23:01:36-04:002024-03-18T23:01:36-04:00Former Patriots offensive tackle Trent Brown visiting Bengals, per report
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<p>The veteran free agent’s contract with New England voided in February.</p> <p id="cPDtTr">Trent Brown’s first visit of March will arrive in the AFC North.</p>
<p id="uucpsC">The <a href="https://www.cincyjungle.com/">Cincinnati Bengals</a> are scheduled to meet with the veteran offensive tackle on Tuesday, according to a report from <a href="https://x.com/AdamSchefter/status/1769868592470782279?s=20">ESPN’s Adam Schefter</a>.</p>
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<p lang="en" dir="ltr">Free-agent OT Trent Brown is scheduled to travel tonight to Cincinnati to meet Tuesday with the Bengals, who lost OT Jonah Williams in free agency to the Cardinals.</p>— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/1769868592470782279?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 18, 2024</a>
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<p id="oCnjrt">Brown, 30, had his contract with the <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a> <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/2/19/24077192/patriots-trent-brown-future-free-agency-contract">void</a> without an extension in February. The move made him an unrestricted free agent as the new league year opened, leaving $2.04 million behind in the form of signing bonus proration.</p>
<p id="ZONAJj">He told <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/10/24096222/patriots-trent-brown-nfl-free-agency-different-directions-sirius-xm">SiriusXM NFL Radio</a> last week that both sides were “looking in different directions” entering 2024.</p>
<p id="FC18yC">The No. 244 overall pick in the 2015 NFL draft initially landed in Foxborough via trade after spending three seasons with the <a href="https://www.ninersnation.com/">San Francisco 49ers</a>. Starting every game at left tackle from the 2018 opener up through Super Bowl LIII, Brown departed for the <a href="https://www.silverandblackpride.com/">Las Vegas Raiders</a> the next spring on a four-year, $66 million contract. Pro Bowl honors followed. He would make his way back midway through that pact, however, as selections in the fifth and seventh rounds changed hands.</p>
<p id="XtygW4">In his second stint with the Patriots, Brown started 33 of his 37 appearances. The 6-foot-8 product of Georgia Military College and the University of Florida saw $2 million in incentives added to his deal last September, bringing the max value of 2023 to $13 million. But the 4-13 campaign would span 11 games while dealing with knee, ankle, hand and chest injuries in addition to an illness.</p>
<p id="UJTugu">He played 55 percent of the offensive snaps over that span, entering a rotation off the blindside of the line in November.</p>
<p id="bj3rde">New England <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093694/patriots-reportedly-tendering-exclusive-rights-offensive-tackle-tyrone-wheatley-jr">tendered</a> Tyrone Wheatley Jr. and <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/7/24093799/patriots-sign-former-steelers-offensive-tackle-chukwuma-okorafor-report">added</a> veteran bookend Chukwuma Okorafor to the depth chart prior to the official start of free agency. The organization went on to <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/18/24104782/michael-onwenu-patriots-starting-right-tackle">retain</a> right guard-turned-right tackle Mike Onwenu on a three-year, $57 million deal.</p>
https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/18/24105495/ex-patriots-tackle-trent-brown-visiting-bengals-free-agent-reportOliver Thomas2024-03-18T17:14:18-04:002024-03-18T17:14:18-04:00Instant grade for the Patriots signing WR K.J. Osborn in free agency
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<p>The Patriots signed Osborn to a one-year contract.</p> <p id="4eoaDm">The <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a> were rather inactive for the last few days, not signing a single free agent between Thursday and Saturday. On Sunday, however, they made another move when they signed former <a href="https://www.dailynorseman.com/">Minnesota Vikings</a> wideout K.J. Osborn to a one-year pact.</p>
<h2 id="1TtafQ">WR K.J. Osborn: Signed (1 year, $4M)</h2>
<p id="QbFKX4"><strong>Bernd Buchmasser:</strong> Even though Osborn is not a real No. 1 option at the wide receiver position, his presence should help the team and its wide receiver group in 2024. Not only is he a steady complementary piece who should carve out a role, but also another seasoned veteran in what will likely be a young room. | <em>Grade: </em><em><strong>B+</strong></em></p>
<p id="vlciiX"><strong>Brian Hines:</strong> Osborn established himself as a strong WR3 in a similar west coast scheme with the Vikings the last few years. He should be able to carve out a similar role in New England as a reliable and tough receiver that can play inside and out. | <em>Grade: </em><em><strong>B</strong></em></p>
<p id="2ZU5Ks">With Osborn added to the mix, the Patriots now have nine wide receivers under contract. He is joining Kendrick Bourne, DeMario Douglas, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Tyquan Thornton, Jalen Reagor, Kayshon Boutte, Kawaan Baker, and T.J. Luther.</p>
<p id="MVOn4K">How would you grade the signing, though? Let us know below!</p>
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https://www.patspulpit.com/new-england-patriots-social-media-video-podcasts/2024/3/18/24105100/patriots-free-agency-grade-signing-kj-osbornBernd Buchmasser2024-03-18T15:35:25-04:002024-03-18T15:35:25-04:00Antonio Gibson looking forward to ‘fresh start’ with the Patriots
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<p>Gibson signed a three-year deal with the team in free agency.</p> <p id="y4OBX0">After being drafted in the third round of the 2020 NFL Draft, Antonio Gibson’s career got off to a strong start in Washington. That consisted of starting 24 games throughout his first two seasons and running for over 1,800 yards and 18 touchdowns.</p>
<p id="KAtdFN">But after the team drafted running back Brian Robinson Jr. entering the 2022 season, Gibson’s role reduced and he started just eight total games over the past two years. </p>
<p id="hLOXny">Now after inking a three-year contract with the <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com">New England Patriots</a> in free agency, the back is ready for his fresh start.</p>
<p id="uFqOad">“I feel like a fresh start was needed,” he told reporters on a conference call Monday. “Things kinda went a little south for me, like my back end two years and I felt like I was still able to play. Just things didn’t work out that way and no disrespect to anybody but I feel like here a fresh start, new faces, just to start all over in front of new coaches, prove myself again, and get out there and compete with the guys.”</p>
<p id="dK4r5V">Gibson now joins a running back room that is led by Rhamondre Stevenson. While he is set to slot in behind New England’s top back, Gibson is not ready to pigeonhole himself into a third-down back role.</p>
<p id="S87AZO">“I want to compete, just the same as everybody else. I feel like that’s only gonna make the running back room better,” he said. “Like I said, I’m not here to step on anybody’s toes. But at the end of the day, we have to compete and I’m not just here to take the back seat. So, I feel like we can do a lot of great things together.”</p>
<p id="nf7d3j">The duo projects to be a strong pair, especially due to Gibson’s breakaway speed and ability as a pass catcher — as he originally played wide receiver until coming into the league.</p>
<p id="1JCujf">“I can be lined up outside and still run routes,” Gibson, whose caught 172 passes in his career, said. “I can catch out of the backfield and who’s to say a lot of guys can catch out of the backfield. But like I said, I feel like where it separates is that I can line up outside and run routes.”</p>
<p id="ajEGh0">His ability as a runner should not be underrated either, especially as he should be a strong fit in offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt’s projected zone run scheme.</p>
<p id="bK2rov">“A wide zone — just to be able to stretch the defense and it’s kind of up to you and the o-line,” Gibson said. “Kind of pick and choose if they’re overflowing, you cut up, if not, you get to the edge and it’s so many in between that you can go from there.”</p>
<p id="sdnfwW">Beyond his skillset seemingly set to be a strong fit in New England’s new offense, Gibson is ready to contribute in any way possible.</p>
<p id="Kq3htT">“[I'm] just the guy who’s able to make plays,” he said Monday. “I can run the ball. I can catch the ball. You can line me up outside and [expletive], I could block too. So, you know, whatever you need, I can get it done.”</p>
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https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/18/24105099/antonio-gibson-looking-forward-fresh-start-patriotsBrian Hines2024-03-18T12:00:00-04:002024-03-18T12:00:00-04:00Patriots draft profile: Marvin Harrison Jr. would be a Day 1 difference maker
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<p>If the Patriots want to upgrade their offense in Round 1, Harrison Jr. is an enticing option.</p> <p id="G4dJNc">The <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a> are in dire need of adding some playmaking potential to their offense. Luckily for them, the 2024 NFL Draft is filled with dynamic weapons capable of making an impact from very early in their respective pro careers.</p>
<p id="zzjS6D">One prospect among them still stands out, though: Ohio State wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. is one of the best wide receivers to come out of college in quite some time. A rare combination of elite athleticism and NFL pedigree, the 21-year-old projects to come off the board within the first five selections in April — right where the Patriots find themselves.</p>
<p id="L0zKXE">Let’s therefore take a closer look at Harrison Jr. to find out what he would bring to the table.</p>
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<p id="13baL9"><strong>Name:</strong> Marvin Harrison Jr.</p>
<p id="Xc9w10"><strong>Position:</strong> Wide receiver</p>
<p id="5TCPgi"><strong>School:</strong> Ohio State</p>
<p id="riMLbo"><strong>Opening day age:</strong> 22 (8/11/2002)</p>
<p id="PGoA6i"><strong>Measurements:</strong> 6’3 1/4”, 209 lbs, 77 1/4” wingspan, 31 7/8” arm length, 9 1/2” hand size, N/A Relative Athletic Score</p>
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<p id="fMzguA"><strong>Career statistics:</strong> 37 games (25 starts) | 1,658 offensive snaps, 100 special teams snaps | 248 targets, 155 catches (62.5%), 2,613 yards, 31 TDs | 4 carries, 58 yards, 1 TD | 1 fumble</p>
<p id="8rTM7Y"><strong>Accolades:</strong> Fred Biletnikoff Award (2023), First-team All-Big Ten (2022, 2023), Unanimous All-American (2022, 2023)</p>
<p id="P9MQqQ">The son of former NFL wide receiver Marvin Harrison Sr., Harrison Jr. played high school football at La Salle College High School in Wyndmore, PA, and at St. Joseph’s Preparatory School in Philadelphia. Already a highly productive pass catcher at that level, he helped the Hawks win three consecutive state championships before making the jump to college as a four-star recruit.</p>
<p id="g437KM">Receiving offers from several Power-5 schools, Harrison Jr. decided to join an Ohio State team filled with NFL-caliber talent. After seeing only limited action as a true freshman as a result, he broke out during his sophomore season and never looked back: over his two years as a starter for the Buckeyes, he caught 144 passes for 2,474 yards and 28 touchdowns.</p>
<p id="qGMviT">One of the hottest names in college football, he decided to forgo his senior season in college to enter the NFL Draft.</p>
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<p id="SXLkxV"><strong>Expected round:</strong> 1 (Top 5) | <a href="https://www.nflmockdraftdatabase.com/big-boards/2024/consensus-big-board-2024"><strong>Consensus big board</strong></a><strong>:</strong> No. 4</p>
<p id="4jSI1K"><strong>Strengths:</strong> Marvin Harrison Sr. is a Pro Football Hall of Famer, whose impeccable route running and ball-handling is legendary. His son does all the same things as his father, he just does them at 6-foot-3 and 209 pounds (as opposed to 6-foot-0, 185).</p>
<p id="6oNblD">Simply speaking, Harrison Jr. is a natural at playing the wide receiver position. Besides having NFL blood pumping through his veins, he also is as impressive an athlete as any at the position that has come out of college in recent years. He is fast, he is tall, he is strong, he has outstanding hand-eye coordination, rarely takes any unnecessary steps, can line up everywhere, makes defensive backs tip their hand before they want to, and is a threat to score from any position on the field.</p>
<p id="obb3It">At times during his college career, he looked like a man among boys.</p>
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<p id="vFgbLo">You can throw Harrison Jr. in any situation, and he likely will come out on top. He has the physicality and frame to out-leap or box out defenders in contested catch situations, while also being surprisingly nimble out of his stance to challenge press-man looks. He also knows how to find open spots in zone, and is not afraid to get his hands dirty as a blocker in the running game.</p>
<p id="PE6d2e">His route tree has already grown nicely, and he is a true three-level target. Add it all up and you get a player who looks like the prototypical X-receiver, but has the potential to be much more regardless of the offense he is playing in.</p>
<p id="ucvdDB"><strong>Weaknesses:</strong> Harrison Jr.’s game is well-refined, but there are a few areas where he still has growth potential. His finish has room for improvement after he was credited with six drops in 2023, and he also is not the biggest threat to overpower defenders with the ball in his hands. </p>
<h2 id="pD3XDX">Patriots preview</h2>
<p id="6dfOEn"><strong>What would be his role?</strong> Given his skillset, Harrison Jr. projects best as a perimeter target in the NFL and the Patriots’ offense. He would be a Day 1 starter and the team’s clear No. 1 option at the X-receiver spot. While conditioning in a pro level setting might impact his volume of snaps, he could be a three-down player and serious difference maker right out of the gate.</p>
<p id="JJfNga"><strong>What is his growth potential?</strong> Even after playing only three years of college football, Harrison Jr. is ready to take on NFL competition. Once he gets used to the increase in speed and physicality at that next level, he could quickly become an All-Pro-caliber player. The old saying about the sky being the limit is overused when it comes to draft prospects, but in Harrison Jr.’s case one can see why that descriptor is not entirely out of order.</p>
<p id="SH4aLh"><strong>Does he have positional versatility?</strong> Harrison Jr. is not a candidate for the Paul Hornung Award as the most versatile player in college football. That said, he is versatile within the framework of the wide receiver position. While best suited as an X-receiver due to his combination of size and speed, he likely would also find success as a big slot or when used in the screen game. He also carried the ball four times for 58 yards and a touchdown during his time as a Buckeye, even though he also fumbled once.</p>
<p id="7QKzdh"><strong>Why the Patriots?</strong> As noted above, New England’s offense lacks a true game-changing talent at the skill positions. Harrison Jr. would bring that to the equation, and as a consequence make the lives of offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt, whoever the team’s next starting quarterback will be, and the club’s other wide receivers substantially easier. Drafting him would immediately improve what was a rather lackluster Patriots offense in 2023.</p>
<p id="gkcOed"><strong>Why not the Patriots?</strong> The big question the Patriots have to answer this spring is whether they are comfortable with the quarterback options available at No. 3 overall. If not, the next question becomes whether the best player on the board or a trade down is the preferable outcome. That best non-QB player, of course, would be Harrison Jr., but there are arguments to be made in favor of going a different route than adding him to a rebuilding team that currently also has serious issues at quarterback and offensive tackle.</p>
<p id="d8nljZ"><strong>One-sentence verdict:</strong> There are no “can’t miss” projects in the draft, but Harrison Jr. comes as close to this label as any player available this year.</p>
<p id="h5MmEt"><em>What do you think about Marvin Harrison Jr. as a potential Patriots target? Too good to pass up? Or just not worth it given the issues elsewhere? Please head down to the comment section to share your thoughts.</em></p>
https://www.patspulpit.com/2024/3/18/24104673/patriots-2024-nfl-draft-targets-marvin-harrison-jr-profile-scouting-reportBernd Buchmasser2024-03-18T11:45:00-04:002024-03-18T11:45:00-04:00Patriots announce schedule for 2024 offseason workout program
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<p>New England will starts its workout program on April 1.</p> <p id="Jgubpq">The <a href="https://www.patspulpit.com/">New England Patriots</a> have set a tentative schedule for their 2024 offseason workout program, the team announced on Monday.</p>
<p id="hBx0bb">One of eight teams to see a change at the head coaching position this year, the Patriots are allowed to start things off earlier than the rest of the league. The first day when they can begin the offseason preparation at their facility is April 1.</p>
<p id="I9EHvr">From that point on, the Patriots will go through the standard ramp-up period during the spring, including 10 organized team activities from mid-May to early June as well as a three-day mandatory minicamp in mid-June. With the exception of that minicamp, the entire workout program is voluntary to attend.</p>
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<p id="ABQr4N">The offseason program, as collectively bargained between league and players union, will consist of three phases.</p>
<p id="aEjbSP">The first of those, set to being in April, is limited to meetings, strength and conditioning work, and rehabilitation. No team drills or practices of any kind are permitted over those two weeks.</p>
<p id="8bVGG8">Starting with Phase 2 in May, the Patriots can begin holding individual and group instructions and drills over a three-week period. Additionally, offensive players will be allowed to line up across from other offensive players, and defensive players will be permitted to do the same on their side of the ball.</p>
<p id="TqKRtP">The third phase, meanwhile, will cover the final four weeks of offseason workouts. The team can hold 7-on-7, 9-on-7 and 11-on-11 drills, but neither full pads nor any live contact will be allowed. Those will not make their return until training camp in late July.</p>
<p id="4V58jO">Along the way, the Patriots will open their doors for the media on multiple occasions, and more often than they have in the past.</p>
<p id="BH3W6T">They will make one or two players available either before or after workout sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays throughout the offseason program, for example. In addition, media members will be allowed to attend the second rookie minicamp session on May 11 — an unprecedented level of access in recent team history.</p>
<p id="Zld6TX">On top of it all, the OTA practices on May 20 and 29 and June 3 and 7 will also be open. The same is true for all three days of minicamp.</p>
<p id="Ru2AsA">Furthermore, the team announced that new head coach Jerod Mayo will participate in the AFC coaches’ breakfast at the annual NFL meetings in Orlando, FL, on March 25. Director of scouting Eliot Wolf, meanwhile, will hold a pre-draft press conference on April 18.</p>
<p id="zVvcGB">While there will be increased media access this offseason, allowing for more transparency and improved insight into the rebuilding team, fans themselves will have to wait before they can first lay their eyes on the 2024 Patriots. As usual, the start of camp in late July will be the first opportunity for fans to see the team in person.</p>
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