Michael Onwenu will be back with the Patriots after all. New England has re-signed their versatile offensive lineman, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. It’s a three-year, $57MM deal for Onwenu, including $38MM in guaranteed money. The lineman also earned a $22.5MM signing bonus from the Patriots. The organization made it clear that they wanted to retain Onwenu, although … [Read more...] about Patriots To Re-Sign OL Michael Onwenu
Patriots To Sign QB Jacoby Brissett
As the Patriots navigate an uncertain future on offense, the team is turning to a familiar face. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports that the Patriots are planning to sign quarterback Jacoby Brissett. It’ll be a one-year deal for the veteran QB, according to NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. The contract is worth $8MM and can hit a max value of $12MM. There were recent rumors that the … [Read more...] about Patriots To Sign QB Jacoby Brissett
Patriots To Sign LB Sione Takitaki
After five seasons in Cleveland, Sione Takitaki will join the Patriots. Some familiar faces will greet the former Browns linebacker. Takitaki will sign with the Patriots, per NFL.com’s Tom Pelissero. In addition to OC Alex Van Pelt and QBs coach T.C. McCartney, the current top Pats decision-maker — Eliot Wolf — and the recently hired Alonzo Highsmith were in Cleveland when the … [Read more...] about Patriots To Sign LB Sione Takitaki
Patriots Pursuing Calvin Ridley; Jaguars Still Aiming To Retain WR
MARCH 12: The Pats and Jags continue to pursue Ridley, according to CBS Sports’ Jonathan Jones, who notes sources around the league point to a darkhorse team being in this mix. Another deep wideout draft class is likely affecting this year’s receiver market as well, though Darnell Mooney fetched a nice haul from the Falcons earlier today. The Jags still being in this pursuit is … [Read more...] about Patriots Pursuing Calvin Ridley; Jaguars Still Aiming To Retain WR
Patriots, Josh Uche Agree To Terms
Transition-tagging Kyle Dugger and re-signing Kendrick Bourne and Michael Onwenu, the Patriots are doing well to retain their own. Another player mentioned in 2023 trade talks is sticking around under Jerod Mayo. Josh Uche will stay with the Patriots on a one-year deal, NFL.com’s Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo report. After breaking through for a productive 2022 season, Uche … [Read more...] about Patriots, Josh Uche Agree To Terms
Eagles To Bring In WR DeVante Parker
Following his Patriots release, DeVante Parker will land on his feet. The former first-round pick is heading to Philadelphia on a one-year deal. Parker is signing a fully guaranteed contract worth $4.69MM, ESPN’s Adam Schefter notes. Due to offset language in his Patriots deal, the Eagles are only picking up $1.2MM of this tab. This helps the Patriots regarding dead money, and … [Read more...] about Eagles To Bring In WR DeVante Parker
Free Agency Notes: Queen, Seahawks, Packers, Panthers, Pats, Jackson, Bengals
The Ravens’ Roquan Smith payment always made it likely Patrick Queen would need to collect his money elsewhere. Now that Queen’s most recent defensive coordinator landed a coaching job, a logical fit has emerged. Indeed, many executives predicted (via the Washington Post’s Jason La Canfora) Queen would wind up reunited with Mike Macdonald in Seattle. With the Seahawks likely to … [Read more...] about Free Agency Notes: Queen, Seahawks, Packers, Panthers, Pats, Jackson, Bengals
Patriots Plan To Release LB Chris Board
Chris Board played every game in his debut Patriots season in 2023, but he will not be retained for a second campaign with the team. New England plans to release the veteran linebacker and special teamer this week, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. Board was on the books for one more season, and he was due $2.4MM. Moving on will create $1.96MM in cap savings while creating a … [Read more...] about Patriots Plan To Release LB Chris Board
Patriots To Sign RB Antonio Gibson
Antonio Gibson will be on the move when free agency begins. The dual-threat running back is set to join the Patriots, per Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. The Patriots will not devote too much money to complementing Rhamondre Stevenson, but the team will still authorize a deal north of the veteran minimum. Gibson will sign a three-year, $11.25MM pact, the Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed … [Read more...] about Patriots To Sign RB Antonio Gibson