USAT: Patriots Wire audio clip

USAT: Patriots Wire

Mar 10, 2022

The New England Patriots have tough decisions ahead of them. - Josh McDaniels’ departure, along with half the offensive coaching staff, has already made things difficult for Bill Belichick. The Patriots also have to contend with little money to spend and a free agency class of 20 players. By releasing Kyle Van Noy, the Patriots did free up $4.1 million and create about $9.5 million to spend — but, that’s still not enough. - J.C. Jackson (who won’t be franchise tagged), Dont’a Hightower, Devin McCourty, Matthew Slater, Ja’Whaun Bentley, Trent Brown, James White and Brandon Bolden are some of the key names hitting the free agent market. - Bolden, 32, is an interesting player for the Patriots to consider re-signing due to his age and the Patriots’ depth at running back. Let’s take a dive into the decision to either keep or let Bolden go. - - List - - Patriots free agency: Here are five potential landings spots for J.C. Jackson

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