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Given that the offense is going to be very run-heavy, it makes no sense to assume that a 2-TE offense is done. Especially considering it was never really a 2-TE offense anyways, but a 1RB, 1 TE, 2 slot player, 1 wide receiver offense generally. Now you'll just replace one of the slot players with a true tight end once Gronk is healthy.
Choosing to have more of a 3 WR offense than a 2 WR-2 TE offense would not be my preference. After all, we must look at the quality of our wide receivers.
I expect that we will be fine with Gronk, Ballard and Hooman. Obviously we also have Fells and the UDFA. We have solid TE depth.
Total WR snaps 2600
Amendola 850
Dobson 550
Edelman 500
Jones 400
Hawkins 300
Wanted to get a poll going in light of AHern release. So there is speculation Pats might sign Dave Thomas or Dallas Clark to fill that roll. Curious what people here think. I'm also putting in option of abandoning the 2 TE offense as that could be a reality.
Hernandez is barely a TE at his height/weight. There might be some h back, receiving fullback types available. With gronk, ballard and the backups mentioned, we're OK at TE, we need another receiver similar to hernandez, that is a hback/fb who can run.
Hernandez is barely a TE at his height/weight. There might be some h back, receiving fullback types available. With gronk, ballard and the backups mentioned, we're OK at TE, we need another receiver similar to hernandez, that is a hback/fb who can run.
Hey guys -- New member to this forum.
One potential trade possibility that hasn't been introduced yet is trading for Riley Cooper from Philly. (I know he's not a TE, but he could be a great addition to the team as a receiver)
The reason I think he would be a perfect fit is because:
1. Florida Gator (he was a part of the Tebow teams). We're all familiar with Belichick's ties with Urban Meyer as well.
2. Physical assets - 6' 3", 4.53s 40 yard dash time.
3. Relationship with Eagles - Philly is a team that Belichick generally has a good relationship with (with both Andy Reid and Chip Kelly)
4. Contract year - I believe Riley Cooper is probably in the last year of his rookie contract. If he isn't in Philly's long term plans, he would be a great fit in New England.
I'm aware that he's not the most exciting name to trade for, but then again, how often does NE trade for so-called 'big name' players?
Just wanted to get everyone's thoughts on this
(I personally believe it would be a more valuable trade than the Greg Salas trade from last year)
Get this guy on a weight lifting plan.
Mark Harrison Draft Profile
If he added 15-20 pounds he could maybe be developed into a eventual replacement.
Always liked Riley Cooper, Good idea ! Sure handed with good size.
1) I would expect more 3 WR sets, but I'm not sure that this will be so once Gronk is healthy. Ballard could be a solid #2 TE.
If his work ethic can match his measurables, he will make the team.
I think Ballard is more of a true TE. He isn't going to force teams into match up nightmares.
Hernandez is a HUGE loss for this team. Devastating even.
I hope we grab this kid from Rutgers next year.
Rutgers' Brandon Coleman ready to assume role as go-to wide receiver | NJ.com
probably already been posted but