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TODAY’S TOPIC: What We Know So Far As the Tampering Window Opens:<\/strong><\/p>\n

It’s only the beginning of March, but from what we’ve seen so far head coach Bill Belichick and the Patriots front office have already been prepping for the changes they’ll be making heading\u00a0into next season.<\/p>\n

There have already been some early dominoes beginning to fall and while we don’t know quite yet who will be coming to Foxboro this offseason, we’ve already seen a few who won’t be back in 2016. \u00a0With the legal tampering window set to open and free agency beginning this week, here’s a quick rundown by position of what we know so far:<\/p>\n

OFFENSE:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Quarterback –\u00a0<\/strong>The team recently extended Tom Brady for two years, taking him into 2019 and setting up scenarios that could involve trading Jimmy Garoppolo. \u00a0The only problem with that theory is the fact that Brady’s situation with the NFL remains uncertain, so it would be a surprise to see a move made there until that is finally put to bed.<\/p>\n

Running back –\u00a0<\/strong>LeGarrette Blount is expected to remain a Patriot, and the news has been encouraging on Dion Lewis in terms of his recovery from his knee injury. \u00a0Also hopefully returning will be fullback James Develin, who was lost to injury in 2015. \u00a0From there, the name Matt Forte has been mentioned quite a bit as a free agent possibility, and it wouldn’t be a surprise if the team targets someone\u00a0in the draft. \u00a0Granted players like Brandon Bolden and James White are still here and players such as Tyler Gaffney could emerge, but this will most likely be an area to watch this offseason.<\/p>\n

Offensive Line –\u00a0<\/strong>The return of coach Dante Scarnecchia is expected to bring this group back into shape this season, which will hopefully see the return of left tackle Nate Solder, who was lost for the year with an injury. \u00a0It’s safe to say Solder\u00a0was probably one of the most significant hits for the Patriots as it’s tough to have two starting-caliber players at that spot protecting Brady’s blind side, so having him back in the fold should give a lift to what was\u00a0an otherwise beaten and depleted\u00a0offensive line in 2015. \u00a0The team has already reportedly tendered<\/a><\/strong> Cameron Fleming and bringing back Ryan Wendell would be another good move, while Shaq Mason and Tre’ Jackson are two young players who should make an impact. \u00a0But they still need some help this offseason and coupled with Scarnecchia’s relentless coaching, hopefully this group will be more talented and driven in 2016.<\/p>\n

Wide Receiver & Tight End –\u00a0<\/strong>This group will be different next year, with Julian Edelman and Rob Gronkowski as the lone\u00a0incumbents to give them any expected production. \u00a0If Danny Amendola takes another pay cut he’ll likely be back, but the release of Brandon LaFell and Scott Chandler are two clear indications that changes are coming. \u00a0Receiver Brandon Gibson isn’t expected to be brought back, leaving them with just Chris Harper, Keshawn Martin, and Aaron Dobson as the remaining players left at the receiver position. \u00a0Of this trio, Martin was the one player who showed any potential, but it’s clear tight end and receiver will once again likely be a focus this offseason.<\/p>\n

DEFENSE:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Defensive Line – <\/strong>The most recent reports have Sealver Siliga out of the mix, and\u00a0we’ll find out shortly if the Patriots have Akiem Hicks in their future plans. \u00a0Malcom Brown, Jabaal Sheard, and Alan Branch were three\u00a0bright spots this\u00a0season, with New England finishing strong up front and were nearly just as dominant against Denver in the AFC Championship Game. \u00a0Dominique Easley could be another big piece in 2016 depending on his health, and both Trey Flowers and Geneo Grissom are two other\u00a0players who showed some potential in 2015. \u00a0But from there, the team needs to take a strong look at adding another edge rusher to give Rob Ninkovich some help. \u00a0Chandler Jones is heading into the final year of his deal and watching the Broncos likely left Bill Belichick with a little bit of envy after seeing Von Miller’s performance, which will hopefully see them continue to build this group. \u00a0The idea of trading Jones has been thrown around, but moving him\u00a0obviously can’t happen without an adequate replacement. \u00a0Expect this position to be an interesting area to watch this offseason.<\/p>\n

Linebacker – <\/strong>The Patriots have one of the more talented groups in the league, with both Jamie Collins and Dont’a Hightower as two key components in New England’s defense and two who should be on the radar for extensions this offseason. \u00a0 Out are\u00a0Jerod Mayo and Darius Fleming, with Mayo retiring and Fleming recently being informed of his release. \u00a0Jonathan Freeny played well and gave them great depth,\u00a0having earned a one-year extension and Jon Bostic joins him and is in a contract year. \u00a0But after seeing both Collins and Hightower miss time, it’s obvious the Patriots need help here from a depth standpoint..<\/p>\n

Defensive Back and Safety –\u00a0<\/strong>Malcolm Butler obviously is the anchor at cornerback, much like safety Devin McCourty at his position. \u00a0From there Patrick Chung, Logan Ryan and Duron Harmon are the other reliable names in the secondary. \u00a0So far, out are Leonard Johnson with Tavon Wilson as another player who may not be back next year as he gets ready to test free agency. \u00a0Jordan Richards and Justin Coleman each had some good moments and showed some potential and overall this group wasn’t a problem last season. \u00a0If they can add a couple of key pieces this offseason, it will be interesting to see just how much better they can be after a terrific 2015.<\/p>\n

As we sit here now on March 7th, the start of the legal tampering window, the road ahead will be another long one as we await to see what changes will be made by the time this group takes the field in July. \u00a0But clearly the team has a plan in mind and the wheels are already in motion to hopefully put them\u00a0back in the Championship mix next season.<\/p>\n

THE RUNDOWN:
\nToday’s 5 Best Links:<\/strong><\/p>\n

1) Patriots’ Nate Solder optimistic about recovery, return of Dante Scarnecchia<\/a> – Mike Reiss (ESPN Boston) –\u00a0<\/strong>Reiss has some good info on Solder along with some other terrific tidbits in his weekly column if you missed it yesterday.<\/p>\n

2) Patriots have many plug ‘n’ play options<\/a> – Karen Guregian (Boston Herald) – <\/strong>Guregian notes that some of New England’s best additions weren’t made in March, they were made in August and September.<\/p>\n

3)\u00a0Breaking down the Patriots’ free agent needs and deeds<\/a> – Jeff Howe (Boston Herald) –\u00a0<\/strong>With the NFL’s legal tampering window set to open Guregian looks at the Patriots’ entire group of free agents, as well as some free agents who could fill the team’s three greatest needs.<\/p>\n

4) Patriots: Core of special-teams unit set up for long-term success<\/a> – Mark Daniels (Providence Journal) –\u00a0<\/strong>Daniels analyzes the Patriots’ special teams group that featured one of the more mistake-prone groups we’ve seen in a while.<\/p>\n

5) Taking Stock of the Patriots Heading into Free Agency<\/a> – Christopher Price (WEEI.com)<\/strong> –\u00a0Price had a great entry in his Sunday notes – if you missed them – and writes that the\u00a0\u201ccap-related\u201d moves the Patriots have made to this point in the offseason have all been done with an eye toward getting next year\u2019s free agents in the mix with extensions sooner rather than later.<\/p>\n

NFL LINKS:<\/strong><\/p>\n

– What is the ‘legal tampering period’ Dan Hanzus<\/a>\u00a0– Dan Hanzus (NFL.com)<\/strong><\/p>\n

–\u00a0NFL player Earl Wolff kidnapped while visiting North Carolina<\/a> – Associated Press<\/strong><\/p>\n

–\u00a0Joseph Randle arrested in Kansas for failure to appear<\/a> – ESPN<\/strong><\/p>\n

QUOTE OF THE DAY:<\/strong><\/p>\n

“I can honestly say that I never \u2018enjoyed\u2019 our meetings, but the respect I have for Peyton Manning as a competitor was, and will likely remain, second to none.\u201d – Bill Belichick on Peyton Manning via ESPN’s Field Yates<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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