'What do they have up their sleeve?': Ian Rapoport forecasts 'fascinating' Patriots offseason
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'What do they have up their sleeve?': Ian Rapoport forecasts 'fascinating' Patriots offseason
"What the Patriots did is really what the Patriots have done for the last several decades, honestly, as they move on maybe a season too early rather than a season too late. Stefon Diggs's legal issues have been very much in the news before the Super Bowl. He also is going to be 33 years old, [was] also due a lot of money. The Patriots had some doubts about his availability or his play."
"The other part of this is what do they have up their sleeve? Wouldn't be surprised if the Patriots ended up trading for a wide receiver. A.J. Brown...would certainly be the name to discuss here. He's been with Mike Vrabel. They have not been shy about making some big moves."
"I would say what the New England Patriots have in store for us over the next week is going to be really fascinating, whether they add to the re"
The New England Patriots released 32-year-old wide receiver Stefon Diggs despite his 1,000-yard receiving season, freeing up $16.8 million in salary cap space. The decision reflects the Patriots' historical pattern of moving on from players perhaps a season early rather than late. Diggs faced legal issues and concerns about his availability and future performance. Combined with existing cap space, this move positions the Patriots for potential major acquisitions. NFL analysts suggest the team may pursue a significant wide receiver trade, with A.J. Brown mentioned as a possibility, indicating the Patriots are preparing substantial roster changes.
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