The New England Patriots re-signed longtime special teams captain Matthew Slater back on March 13th to a two-year extension averaging $2.6 million per year.
An eight-time Pro Bowl selection, Slater has been named the Patriots’ special-teams captain every year since 2011 and is a vocal and spiritual leader in the locker room.
Slater has led the Patriots in special-teams tackles in seven of his 12 professional seasons.
Take a look back at Slater’s best postgame speeches in 2019 to celebrate the continuation of his Patriots career.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WExBCA9SQKg
Video courtesy, The New England Patriots.
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