"Although that doesn't shut down the chance of the Patriots pulling off a blockbuster trade to get him in the door, they might be better served to shift their focus to a guy like Pierce. His deep threat ability pairs well with the kind of quarterback that Drake Maye is, and his age is a bonus, as he can be a player who can grow with Maye for the next several years."
"His explosive abilities have analysts pleading for the Patriots to bring him in to work with Maye, especially after the offensive downfall in the playoffs, and for the most part, they make good points about why he would be a good fit. Conor Roche of Boston.com is one of the latest to make the argument, using Price's history of working with mediocre quarterbacks as proof that he can be more than what the Patriots need and more."
Alec Pierce, a 25-year-old wide receiver, will hit free agency and is a leading Patriots target alongside the possibility of returning to the Colts. George Pickens is a higher-profile option but faces a likely franchise tag from the Cowboys, making him less accessible. Pierce's deep-threat skill set complements Drake Maye's quarterback profile and his youth allows for multi-year development. The Patriots may pursue big-name trades, but Pierce offers a pragmatic alternative who could address playoff offensive shortcomings and grow with the team if other targets remain unavailable.
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