I was pretty disappointed by some of the decisions today, but looking at the roster some things certainly jump out.
6(!) Inside Linebackers- Someone is going to go here, and my suspicion is it is White or Fletcher. My opinion on the White trade is that the Pats acquired him in case they couldn't get someone better through a waiver claim. It's clearly a special teams move and a veteran who's bounced around as much White is likely upgradeable.
7 Olineman- I know that the Patriots have 9 currently on the roster of 54, but only 7 are possibilities to dress week 1. I am not sure they will make a roster move here, but wouldn't be surprised if another player is added.
5 Running Backs- I hate this. BenJarvus Green Ellis is not an NFL running back, is not an elite special teamer, and just brings so little to the table. This team doesn't need 5 backs, and if injuries occur they can find a similar (or better) player than Green Ellis on the street.
Veteran signings or waiver claims could happen at the following positions: DL, OLB, CB. I can't believe how weak the Patriots look at OLB right now and the lack of a veteran at CB might be addressed.
6(!) Inside Linebackers- Someone is going to go here, and my suspicion is it is White or Fletcher. My opinion on the White trade is that the Pats acquired him in case they couldn't get someone better through a waiver claim. It's clearly a special teams move and a veteran who's bounced around as much White is likely upgradeable.
7 Olineman- I know that the Patriots have 9 currently on the roster of 54, but only 7 are possibilities to dress week 1. I am not sure they will make a roster move here, but wouldn't be surprised if another player is added.
5 Running Backs- I hate this. BenJarvus Green Ellis is not an NFL running back, is not an elite special teamer, and just brings so little to the table. This team doesn't need 5 backs, and if injuries occur they can find a similar (or better) player than Green Ellis on the street.
Veteran signings or waiver claims could happen at the following positions: DL, OLB, CB. I can't believe how weak the Patriots look at OLB right now and the lack of a veteran at CB might be addressed.