"The Patriots ran more 13 personnel (2 TE and a FB) than any other team in football last season, so despite being targeted only 26 times, he played at least 51% on the snaps in ten games during the regular season."
"Since Hooper's departure, which saw him return to Atlanta, the Patriots have yet to sign another tight end. Currently, a productive but 31-year-old Hunter Henry leads the room, and only Alabama UDFA C.J. Dippre is behind him."
"The Patriots will likely look towards the draft as a time to solidify the tight end position, and in a recent article from Bleacher Report's Alex Ballentine, it's suggested that Georgia's Oscar Delp could be a top option for New England to fill the void."
The New England Patriots made notable free agency moves, adding Romeo Doubs, Dre'Mont Jones, Reggie Gilliam, and K.J. Britt to strengthen their roster, with Alijah Vera-Tucker highlighted as the crown jewel acquisition. However, the team lost key defensive contributors including K'Lavon Chaisson, Khyiris Tonga, Anfernee Jennings, and Jahlani Tavai. Most significantly, tight end Austin Hooper departed for Atlanta, creating a substantial gap in the offense. The Patriots ran more two-tight-end formations than any other team last season, making Hooper's departure impactful despite limited statistics. With only 31-year-old Hunter Henry and undrafted free agent C.J. Dippre remaining at the position, the team must address tight end through the draft, with Georgia's Oscar Delp identified as a potential target.
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