DT: Brown, Branch, Knighton

[RobertWeathers]

Hicks became somewhat of an urban legend IMO... While he had good moments, his loss will not be noticed.

He was a very solid depth guy. He had some flashes and played very well here. Clearly the team wanted him back but the market for him got out of hand.

I think we have one serviceable DT in Branch, one potentially really good DT in Knighton, and one absolute stud in Brown.

The only concern to me is depth

...which 95% of the teams out there would kill for. They have two roster spots at DT to fill. Whether it be Jones, someone else and a 2nd or 3rd round pick they'll be just fine.

 

[Jimke]

This is the best and deepest draft for defensive linemen in years. The Pats will be stupid
if they don't invest in a couple of them. Cheap replacements for Branch and Knighton
whose contracts are up after this year.

 

[Kontradiction]

This is the best and deepest draft for defensive linemen in years. The Pats will be stupid
if they don't invest in a couple of them. Cheap replacements for Branch and Knighton
whose contracts are up after this year.

I'm hoping for either Chris Jones or Austin Johnson at 60.