2023 New England Patriots Roster

[nefansince75]

Patriots are reportedly interested in wide receiver Denzel Mims

The New England Patriots are among the teams interested in wide receiver Denzel Mims, per multiple reports. Mims is set to be released by the New York Jets.

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I was thinking about the possibility of a Fournette or Blount? Just a big back to give stevenson a spell. I just don't like going into the season with Stevenson and Strong as the 1-2.

All these reports about looking for more offense. Hmmm maybe the Pats see it as a weakness also?

Meant to say Bount type. Just a big bruiser type. Don't need a lot of carries or production. Mainly short yardage.

Maybe they can pickup a Kevin Harris type back... Oh wait...

 

[NWPATSFAN]

Maybe they can pickup a Kevin Harris type back... Oh wait...

My sentiments exactly. No warm fuzzies with this current stable of RBs. God help us if Stevenson goes down.

Hell we don't even carry a FB any longer.

 

[Yankee Traveler]

Lots of guys bulking up.
This is good in that it can aid in injury prevention, as long as they are not just adding mass to the point it slows them down or even makes the muscle bound.

Offseason Work Paying Off For Several Patriots Players In This Way

Several Patriots players seemingly hit the gym hard this offseason and put on some weight heading into a new campaign.

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[cheerupcharlie]

Well…. Can’t have too many #3 and #4 WR’s

 

[sharkymcwrath]

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Well…. Can’t have too many #3 and #4 WR’s

I just read that he’s a RB/WR. Perhaps just a camp body but you never know. He kind of looks like a patriot.

 

[NWPATSFAN]

I just read that he’s a RB/WR. Perhaps just a camp body but you never know. He kind of looks like a patriot.

Another player for gadget plays. BB likes versatility. Maybe he fills the 3rd down back role?

 

[NWPATSFAN]

I just read that he’s a RB/WR. Perhaps just a camp body but you never know. He kind of looks like a patriot.

I do like his size and tenacity.
6-4 or 6-5 depending on who you read. 230#. Saw a little footage on him runs like a TE/RB likes to put his head down and muscle a few extra yards.

Not only a #3 or #4 he's also often injured.

Yep typical BB player

 

[Southieinnc]

I do like his size and tenacity.
6-4 or 6-5 depending on who you read. 230#. Saw a little footage on him runs like a TE/RB likes to put his head down and muscle a few extra yards.

Not only a #3 or #4 he's also often injured.

Yep typical BB player

From a couple years ago: (2021?)

"A 2019 third-round pick, Hurd has yet to make his pro debut due to back and an array of knee injuries. The current concern is tendinitis in his knee, which will sideline him for at least the first three games of the campaign. Even when (or if) he's able to return, Hurd may have a tough time climbing a depth chart populated by Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Mohamed Sanu, Trent Sherfield and Jauan Jennings.

 

[YankeeRebel]

From a couple years ago: (2021?)

"A 2019 third-round pick, Hurd has yet to make his pro debut due to back and an array of knee injuries. The current concern is tendinitis in his knee, which will sideline him for at least the first three games of the campaign. Even when (or if) he's able to return, Hurd may have a tough time climbing a depth chart populated by Deebo Samuel, Brandon Aiyuk, Mohamed Sanu, Trent Sherfield and Jauan Jennings.

He really feels like camp fodder to me

 

[Yankee Traveler]

Well...headline says it all, "attempting a comeback"
He's never played a down and been out of football for 2 years.
Low risk/high reward/camp body.

Patriots Reportedly Set To Sign Wideout Attempting NFL Comeback

Two years after injuries seemingly ended his NFL career, Jalen Hurd is attempting a comeback with the Patriots.

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[Southieinnc]

If you think this projection is a done deal you might see a shrink.....

Lazar's Roster Projection 2.0: A Post-Minicamp and OTAs Reset of the Patriots Roster

With the Patriots heading into the summer break after the offseason program, here's our latest attempt at an initial 53-man roster projection.

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[Southieinnc]

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Well…. Can’t have too many #3 and #4 WR’s

Patriots place Jalen Hurd, 27, on reserve/retired list after years of injuries

The San Francisco 49ers selected wide receiver Jalen Hurd in the third round of the 2019 draft after a standout collegiate career at Tennessee and Baylor. On Tuesday, it appeared the wide receiver retired from football at the age of 27. Hurd signed with the New England Patriots in July in hopes...

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[BigKen]

Is Bill starting cuts early or is he making room for someone we can't see??​

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New England Patriots Transactions 2023​

August

DATE	TRANSACTION
August 3, 2023	Released LB Terez Hall with an injury designation.
August 2, 2023	Waived WR Ed Lee.
August 1, 2023	Claimed WR Thyrick Pitts off waivers from Chicago. Placed WR Jalen Hurd o the retired list

 

[Southieinnc]

Is Bill starting cuts early or is he making room for someone we can't see??​

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New England Patriots Transactions 2023​

August

DATE	TRANSACTION
August 3, 2023	Released LB Terez Hall with an injury designation.
August 2, 2023	Waived WR Ed Lee.
August 1, 2023	Claimed WR Thyrick Pitts off waivers from Chicago. Placed WR Jalen Hurd o the retired list

Not done yet.
Bill typically lets players he respects go early to find jobs.
He also tells some to keep their phone with them.
Some players, like Pitts, need to practice under a watchful eye before you can evaluate their ceiling.
Others are depth only and waiting for a better option to show up......

 

[BigKen]

Now Judon can practice. He wasn't participating in any contact because he would only get $2M even if his career was ended.

Patriots did a great move and bumped him up to $14M guaranteed.

If, big if, Judon makes it through this season without injury, he's due a $6M paycheck next year. He'll be 32 next year.

He better play his ass off if he wants a final big payday. If I were the Patriots and all goes well, I would offer to rewrite the present contract, add a year, maybe two at $18M per. Guarantee $18M and if he gets through 2024, guarantee the $18M if he signs for 2025 for an unguaranteed amount.
If he won't do it, wave good bye.

Day 9 Blogservations: Report: Judon gets his reward

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[sharkymcwrath]

Now Judon can practice. He wasn't participating in any contact because he would only get $2M even if his career was ended.

Patriots did a great move and bumped him up to $14M guaranteed.

If, big if, Judon makes it through this season without injury, he's due a $6M paycheck next year. He'll be 32 next year.

He better play his ass off if he wants a final big payday. If I were the Patriots and all goes well, I would offer to rewrite the present contract, add a year, maybe two at $18M per. Guarantee $18M and if he gets through 2024, guarantee the $18M if he signs for 2025 for an unguaranteed amount.
If he won't do it, wave good bye.

Day 9 Blogservations: Report: Judon gets his reward

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Man, I appreciate your posts and your contributions to the forum but you seem to always take the negative angle on things.

Judon earned the money and he’s already playing his ass off. The guy is in the mold of the stereotypical Patriot. He brings it every day, is a leader, and loves being challenged by his coaches. We’re lucky to have him and hopefully he finishes his career in NE with a championship.

 

[BigKen]

Judon earned the money and he’s already playing his ass off. The guy is in the mold of the stereotypical Patriot. He brings it every day, is a leader, and loves being challenged by his coaches. We’re lucky to have him and hopefully he finishes his career in NE with a championship.

He earned his salary and would have earned $11M if he had taken the field and played. If he'd been injured in the preseason, he was due $2M and that's it. His contract was front end loaded and he signed it happy as hell. He's in the final two years for $11M in 2023 and $6M in 2024. That was the contract that he agreed to play for. Yes, he's been great. He got his bucks for playing great. So far in 2023, Judon has not been on the field for contact or any offense against defense. He wanted more money. THE Patriots obliged him and gave him a bump to $14M that can move to $18M if all of the incentives are met.

Will he honor his contract next year, if he's not injured this year?? He's going to want whatever the best paid Edge guy is getting. I hope he he gets 30 Sacks and is DPOY. Then he can step up and get his contract bumped again. He's 30 and will be 31 during the season. You want to give him bump next year or a bump and a three year extension at $100M with $60M Guaranteed?

If he has a decent year, I have no problem with giving him a bump next year too. I'd carefully measure all the stats before giving him another long term contract.

Yep. I am Mister negative. In pro sports, big money does not equal superior performance after the fact. Especially after 30 years of age.

 

[Southieinnc]

Yep. I am Mister negative. In pro sports, big money does not equal superior performance after the fact. Especially after 30 years of age.

I have found that after 72 years of age posting deteriorates rapidly - especially in cranky old men!

 

[Southieinnc]

Patriots sign free agent defensive end Trey Flowers, who was on their last 3 Super Bowl teams

Trey Flowers signed with the New England Patriots on Tuesday, returning to the team where he played his first four NFL seasons and won two of three Super Bowls. The defensive end was placed on injured reserve after playing in four games for the Miami Dolphins last season and was an unrestricted...

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[YankeeRebel]

Patriots sign free agent defensive end Trey Flowers, who was on their last 3 Super Bowl teams

Trey Flowers signed with the New England Patriots on Tuesday, returning to the team where he played his first four NFL seasons and won two of three Super Bowls. The defensive end was placed on injured reserve after playing in four games for the Miami Dolphins last season and was an unrestricted...

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Flowers still has some game, someone else to hit Rodgers, I'm all about it