Patriots Player News

According to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler, the Patriots are reportedly set to sign free agent quarterback Jacoby Brissett. His addition would bring him back to the team that drafted him, with Brissett having originally been drafted by New England back in 2016 in the 3rd round with the 91st overall pick. Ian Rapoport reported that the deal is for 1 year and is worth $8 million.

Some good news on Monday after Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported that the Patriots have reached an agreement on a contract extension for offensive lineman Mike Onwenu. The deal is reportedly for 3-years and is worth $57 million including $38 million guaranteed. The deal also reportedly includes a $22.5 million signing bonus.

Mark Daniels of MassLive reports that the Patriots did their best to keep Mac Wilson in the fold but in the end, the Arizona Cardinals ended up outbidding New England for the free agent linebacker's services. Wilson reportedly agreed to a three-year deal with a maximum value of $15 million.

According to the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, Patriots free agent linebacker Mack Wilson Sr. is apparently headed to Arizona. He's reportedly agreed to a three-year deal worth up to $15 million, ending his tenure in New England. He finished last season with 37 tackles, including 33 on defense and four on special teams.

According to NFL reporter Mike Garafolo, the Patriots have an interest in bringing back Mike Onwenu, which could have influenced a move involving the Giants on Monday afternoon. The Giants were reportedly in the mix for Onwenu, but instead made a move to bring back Jon Runyan, which essentially takes them out of the mix. That could mean that it's not over between Onwenu and New England, despite some of the other deals that have been agreed to on Monday.

According to NFL Reporter Tom Pelissero, the Raiders are signing Colts free agent quarterback Gardner Minshew to a 2-year deal worth a reported $25 million that includes $15 million guaranteed. That removes another potential veteran quarterback option for the Patriots heading into free agency.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Patriots have informed DeVante Parker of his release, which allows him to speak to other teams ahead of free agency. New England was rumored to be shopping Parker, but it appears there may not have been any takers and they've instead decided to move on.

According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, free agent running back Saquan Barkley is moving to a new team in the NFC North, with the free agent running back agreeing to terms on a 3-year deal with the Eagles worth up to a reported $46.75 million, including a $26 million guarantee at signing.

According to Kirk Cousins' agent Mike McCartney, free agent quarterback Kirk Cousins is heading for Atlanta. The 35-year-old reportedly agreed to a 4-year deal and will turn 36 on August 19th which would see him potentially turn 40 if the final year of his contract is ultimately realized.

According to NFL Media reporter Ian Rapoport, the Patriots are signing former Washington Commanders RB Antonio Gibson. Gibson finished the 2023 regular season rushing 65 times for 265 yards and a touchdown last season with the Commanders. He also caught 36 passes for 247 yards in 2023.