ARRIVALS
DT Milton Williams -
Reportedly Signed |
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Analysis: The Patriots' decision to sign Williams comes at a crucial time. The departure of Davon Godchaux to the Saints has left a void in the interior defensive line. Additionally, Christian Barmore's battle with blood clots, which sidelined him for most of the 2024 season, casts uncertainty over his availability moving forward. Williams' versatility and proven track record make him an ideal candidate to step into this role, providing both pass-rushing prowess and run-stopping capability. Williams' addition not only fills a critical need but also brings championship experience to a defense aiming to reestablish itself among the league's elite.
OT Morgan Moses -
Reportedly Signed |
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Analysis: Throughout his 11-year NFL career, Moses has been a model of consistency. He has played in 166 games, starting 158 of them, demonstrating remarkable durability. That kind of stability is something that the Patriots offensive line needs.
CB Carlton Davis -
Reportedly Signed |
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Analysis: Davis's ability to match up against top receivers and versatility in various coverage schemes make him a good fit for New England's secondary as an outside cornerback no matter what scheme they run.
OLB Robert Spillane -
Reportedly Signed |
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Analysis: Pro Football Focus graded Spillane's 2024 performance with an overall grade of 82.3, placing him fourth out of 189 linebackers. His tackling proficiency and run defense are strengths in his game and should make him a valuable asset alongside veteran captain Ja'Whaun Bentley, who missed nearly all of 2024.
EDGE Harold Landry -
Reportedly Signed |
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Analysis: The Patriots first free-agent addition is reuniting former Titans edge rusher Harold Landry with head coach Mike Vrabel on a reported three-year deal. In 2018, Vrabel drafted Landry out of Boston College with a second-round pick while he was Titans head coach. Landry registered two double-digit sack seasons in Vrabel's defense, including making the Pro Bowl in 2021. Last season, Landry logged nine sacks in his final season in Tennessee. Landry is best known for converting speed to power to push the pocket and dipping under blocks with excellent bend to turn a tight corner. He'll now join the Patriots to boost a pass rush that ranked last in sacks during the 2024 season (28).
RETURNING
TE Austin Hooper -
Reportedly Re-Signed |
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Analysis: The Patriots are reportedly re-signing the veteran tight end to a one-year deal after a productive 2024 season. Hooper logged 45 catches for 476 yards and three touchdowns in New England last season. He formed a productive duo with top TE Hunter Henry, with the pairing ranking in the top-six in receptions (113) and receiving yards (1,170) among tight ends. Hooper was a steady veteran presence who gained the trust of second-year QB Drake Maye while he also spent time with head coach Mike Vrabel (2023) and offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels (2022) in his prior stops.
DT Jeremiah Pharms Jr. -
Reportedly Re-Signed
Analysis: Pharms played in 16 games in 2024, 46 percent of the defensive snaps, and provides some depth for a Patriots defensive line that has a lot of uncertainty headed into free agency.
OL Demontrey Jacobs -
Reportedly Re-Signed
Analysis: Jacobs started 13 games for the Patriots at tackle, experience that should help him compete for a spot in 2025 at a position group that should see significant additions this offseason.
OL Ben Brown -
Reportedly Re-Signed
Analysis: Brown joined the Patriots mid-season last year and immediately started 10 games. Like Jacobs, he provides some experienced depth and competition at a position with some uncertainty after David Andrews 2024 ended on Injured Reserve.
DEPARTURES
DT Davon Godchaux -
Reportedly Traded to Saints
