Despite having over $100 million in cap space and a promising draft pick, the New England Patriots failed to secure key players like Calvin Ridley or Brandon Aiyuk during free agency. The front office expressed intentions to revamp the roster and strengthen the offense, yet they found themselves surprised by free agents' reluctance to join the team. The team’s choice to sign tackle Chukwuma Okorafor also raised questions, as he had limited game involvement before leaving the roster unexpectedly.
The Patriots' goal last year was to sign receiver Calvin Ridley and defensive tackle Christian Wilkins.
According to multiple sources, the Patriots were taken aback by how many players didn't want to come to New England - even if there was more money on the table.
Despite Jerod Mayo's claim that the Patriots were poised to "burn some cash" and Wolf's pledge to "weaponize" the offense, New England failed to move the needle during free agency last spring.
New England reportedly made the "strongest" offer to pry Aiyuk out of San Francisco, but the wideout "did not show interest" in accepting a trade to joining the Patriots.
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