The New England Patriots reportedly signed exclusive rights free-agent offensive tackle Demontrey Jacobs and center Ben Brown to one-year deals, according to Mass Live’s Mark Daniels.
For Brown, the deal carries a $1.3 million base salary, while Jacobs’ deal is worth $960,000.
Jacobs was released by the Denver Broncos and claimed by the Patriots last season. He played a major role on the offensive line unit with 15 starts for the team.
Brown also played a major role on the unit when David Andrews went down with a season-ending injury. He flashed some real promise early in the season for the team.
Patriots signed two exclusive rights free agents – center Ben Brown and tackle Demontrey Jacobs. Both contracts have been filed with the NFL.
Brown’s 1-year deal is worth a base salary of $1.3 million. Jacob’s 1-year deal is worth $960,000
— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) February 20, 2025
The Patriots’ offensive line struggled last season, and they were constantly forced to shuffle personnel around up front. At the very least, Jacobs and Brown could add depth to a unit that should look very different in the 2025 season.