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@MikeReiss @TheJoeyMcNeely @MattyNitro Mike, seems they plan to rely on mostly rookies to fill the remaining depth spots. Do you think there will be a vet signing or two will before the draft? Thanks
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@TheJoeyMcNeely @MattyNitro Hi Will Campbell Franchise LG. I think that is a fair point ... Gilliam was signed to be the guy.
So it challenges Jack Westover's hold on a roster spot in the FB2/TE3 realm (assuming good health for all).
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Opinion/analysis: One way to assess the Patriots’ offseason moves is from an “in/out” perspective … and here is a snapshot through that lens.
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@Trombino20 They need to fill some of the depth holes with veterans. Okereke would be great.
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There’s something about adding veteran LB Bobby Okereke to this #Patriots defense next to Robert Spillane that intrigues me.
Justin Trombino@Trombino20
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The #Patriots have yet to retain any of their own free agents: Chaisson (Commanders), Tonga (Chiefs), Hawkins (Ravens), Lowe (49ers), Hooper (Falcons), Austin (Dolphins), Gibbens (Cardinals).
Could be clearing the decks for draft picks at EDGE, TE, OT, LB, S?
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@GregABedard @GregABedard do you see them signing anymore FAs before the draft? Thanks again
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New at BSJ: Bedard: Patriots accomplished a lot in free agency, can they do more, including A.J. Brown? dlvr.it/TRWShL
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#Colts CB Sauce Gardner even quoted one of our #Vikings fan accounts @codyy11_ about adding Jonathan Greenard. Could be something there. 🤷♂️
All I can say @iamSauceGardner, we want to keep JG, and he isn’t free. Tell your GM to bring no less than a 2nd as a starter
Indianapolis Colts on SI.com@ColtMaven
Sauce Gardner Cryptically Asks #Colts to Trade for Star Edge Rusher | via @DwallsterDrake READ: si.com/nfl/colts/onsi…
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@AnthonyWebster_ @KeaganStiefel @mattuurban Sorry I mistyped/phrased that. They are telegraphing their needs. I don’t they want to address the position at the top of the draft.
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@ropese34 @KeaganStiefel @mattuurban You can write it down, take it to the bank, and come back here after the draft
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The #Patriots’ inability to make upgrades at pass-rusher has been equally infuriating as it has been confusing.
It’s now officially draft season, so the early plan is:
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@AnthonyWebster_ @KeaganStiefel @mattuurban Please you’re telegraphing your needs going inans during the draft.
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@KeaganStiefel @mattuurban Seems like a surefire lock a top 63 pick will be at edge
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@JosinaAnderson GM Josina, what’s next for the Patriots please? Thank you
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Good morning, NFL fans! Happy Friday! ☀️
Who’s ready for some news?
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@GregABedard Seems to be more blocking TEs available than young EDGE guys with starting experience and who are ascending players.
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@ropese34 A blocking TE was a very real need you can’t find in the draft. The draft is deep at edge. Can’t buy everything. And they think their scheme solves a lot
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No official numbers yet on Doubs, Byard and Hill, but estimating the first-year cash for them, Patriots have about $800,000 left on the initial $60 million cash budget I estimated for them this offseason.
To go further, I think they're going to have to offset (Barmore, Onwenu) and/or RKK will have to reach into this pocket.
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@GregABedard I understand you can’t and that this upcoming draft is deep at edge yes but you are looking to replace one of your starting EDGEs and telegraphing the need.
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@cpriceglobe @BleavNetwork Why prioritize the TE2 / blocking TE over EDGE in free agency?
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Doing a solo pod today. Send me your Patriots’ questions on free agency, the draft, and whatever other thoughts/questions/grievances you might have. @BleavNetwork
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@MJRodnick Why prioritize a blocking TE or TE2 and at the money they did over one of the last few remaining EDGE guys with starting experience and upside?
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If that's all it takes, have the conversation.
My next question is, would you be looking at a one-year rental at $14.75M or would you need that extension, too?
AD@ADPatriots
Kayvon Thibodeaux is rumored to be available for a Day 3 pick. The Patriots currently have 8 picks on Day 3 & a major need to add multiple pass rushers. Thibodeaux is young & talented, he fits the Patriots timeline. Send the pick over & keep adding to what’s been a good offseason
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@GregABedard Greg, I don’t understand why, after showing interest in Edge Ebiketie, they decided to prioritize a blocking TE or even a TE2 at the money they did, over improving their pass rush and attempting to replace Chaisson.
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@ropese34 They are open to it, but I'm not sure it's a priority.
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@ZachGatsby I guess I don’t understand if they showed interest, why they decided to prioritize the blocking TE and at the money they did, over an edge / pass rusher after they lost Chaisson.
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The #Patriots were in on him. Good player, would’ve been a nice add.
Adam Schefter@AdamSchefter
Former Falcons free-agent LB Arnold Ebiketie is signing a one-year, $7.3 million max deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, including $4.3 million fully guaranteed, per Damarius Bilbo of @KlutchSports. Ebiketie had eight sacks the past two seasons, and the Eagles are hoping for more of the same.
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@ByMarkDaniels They need more than one, Mark and especially after losing or letting Chaisson sign elsewhere.
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The Patriots best path to add another edge rusher is through the draft. They’ll be in position to get a solid player next month.
Adam Schefter@AdamSchefter
Former Falcons free-agent LB Arnold Ebiketie is signing a one-year, $7.3 million max deal with the Philadelphia Eagles, including $4.3 million fully guaranteed, per Damarius Bilbo of @KlutchSports. Ebiketie had eight sacks the past two seasons, and the Eagles are hoping for more of the same.
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@GregABedard Greg are they still looking at adding a TE and an Edge before the draft? Thanks
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Actually, they might have some more. Forgot about an outgoing guy like Anferee Jennings (included Diggs and Tavai).
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welcome to the patriots arnold ebiketie
Adam Schefter@AdamSchefter
Former Colts DE Samson Ebukam reached agreement today with the Atlanta Falcons, per his agent Cameron Foster
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