New England Patriots' Move Countdown: Insiders Weigh In on Potential Trades Before Deadline
As the NFL trade deadline draws near, fans of the New England Patriots will be eagerly watching to see if the team makes any significant moves. The Patriots have already begun dealing, sending safety Kyle Dugger to Pittsburgh and defensive end Keion White to San Francisco, but insiders are predicting that they may not stop there.
Jeremy Fowler, an ESPN insider, suggests that the Patriots will monitor the market for potential moves, particularly at edge rusher and possibly an offensive skill position. The team's current 6-2 record and relatively easy schedule make it difficult to mess with what is working well. However, Fowler notes that the running game has been underwhelming, and adding depth behind backfielders Rhamondre Stevenson and Treveyon Henderson could be beneficial.
CBS Sports' Tyler Sullivan agrees that a move in the backfield would be wise, recommending Jerome Ford of the Cleveland Browns as a potential target. Ford provides depth behind Stevenson and Henderson, as well as the ability to help out with kick returns. However, after being pushed out of the Cleveland backfield, there is a chance that Ford's services may become available.
Ben Solak, an ESPN insider, suggests that New England should consider targeting Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed instead. Shaheed has put up impressive numbers this season and would fit nicely into the spread-the-wealth style of quarterback Drake Maye. However, with rumors surrounding Chris Olave also surfacing, it's unclear whether the Patriots will pursue either player.
Finally, Mike Reiss notes that edge rusher Anfernee Jennings may be on his way out of New England due to a slow start and the signing of Caleb Murphy last week. Outside linebackers coach Mike Smith has praised Murphy for his football IQ and potential to return to form. Reiss speculates that the Patriots may make a move before the deadline, particularly if they can secure a third-round pick in exchange for Shaheed.
The clock is ticking on NFL teams to make moves before the trade deadline, and fans of the New England Patriots will be eagerly waiting to see what changes the team makes next.
As the NFL trade deadline draws near, fans of the New England Patriots will be eagerly watching to see if the team makes any significant moves. The Patriots have already begun dealing, sending safety Kyle Dugger to Pittsburgh and defensive end Keion White to San Francisco, but insiders are predicting that they may not stop there.
Jeremy Fowler, an ESPN insider, suggests that the Patriots will monitor the market for potential moves, particularly at edge rusher and possibly an offensive skill position. The team's current 6-2 record and relatively easy schedule make it difficult to mess with what is working well. However, Fowler notes that the running game has been underwhelming, and adding depth behind backfielders Rhamondre Stevenson and Treveyon Henderson could be beneficial.
CBS Sports' Tyler Sullivan agrees that a move in the backfield would be wise, recommending Jerome Ford of the Cleveland Browns as a potential target. Ford provides depth behind Stevenson and Henderson, as well as the ability to help out with kick returns. However, after being pushed out of the Cleveland backfield, there is a chance that Ford's services may become available.
Ben Solak, an ESPN insider, suggests that New England should consider targeting Saints wide receiver Rashid Shaheed instead. Shaheed has put up impressive numbers this season and would fit nicely into the spread-the-wealth style of quarterback Drake Maye. However, with rumors surrounding Chris Olave also surfacing, it's unclear whether the Patriots will pursue either player.
Finally, Mike Reiss notes that edge rusher Anfernee Jennings may be on his way out of New England due to a slow start and the signing of Caleb Murphy last week. Outside linebackers coach Mike Smith has praised Murphy for his football IQ and potential to return to form. Reiss speculates that the Patriots may make a move before the deadline, particularly if they can secure a third-round pick in exchange for Shaheed.
The clock is ticking on NFL teams to make moves before the trade deadline, and fans of the New England Patriots will be eagerly waiting to see what changes the team makes next.
... edge rusher is a big one for them - I mean, they need that pressure up front or their defense is gonna get exposed 
... Jerome Ford from Cleveland could be a solid pickup, gives 'em some depth behind Rhamondre and Treveyon 
... but Rashid Shaheed is a wild card, you never know what's gonna happen with those Cleveland guys 
... either way, it's gonna be interesting to see how they shake things up before the deadline 
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! It's been underwhelming all season, and it's time for them to get some serious depth behind Rhamondre Stevenson and Treveyon Henderson. Jerome Ford would be a sick pick-up, no question 
! He can help out in kick returns and provide a spark off the bench. I mean, who needs another edge rusher when you've got guys like Murphy making waves? 
. Like, can't these teams just enjoy their season for once? The Patriots are already 6-2, don't mess with perfection, you know? 
But seriously, if they do make a move, it's gotta be at running back or edge rusher. The RB situation is laughable and we all know how much the pass rush needs a boost 
. But if Rashid Shaheed becomes available, he's definitely worth considering 
. The edge rusher situation is kinda weird tho... might be time to move on from Jennings 
. What do you think I should ask my followers? Should we poll: Patriots fans want more depth in the backfield or they're happy with what they've got 
. Still, you never know what's gonna happen before the deadline, so we'll just have to wait and see 
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I think they need to bolster their backfield depth cuz Stevenson & Henderson are doing their thing but not enough others 
. Jerome Ford from Cleveland would be a solid addition, plus he could bring kick return skills 
. On the other hand, Rashid Shaheed's numbers are poppin' this season and Drake Maye could use him in the spread 
. But we gotta wait & see what the team does next 
he's been crushing it this season & would be a sick addition to the patriots' WR corps 
and might even help out with kick returns 
I'm all about that wellness life, but when it comes to football, I'm all about making smart moves 
They're killing it this season and I'd hate for them to overcompensate. Adding depth behind Rhamondre Stevenson and Treveyon Henderson is a solid idea, but Jerome Ford from the Browns could be the perfect solution