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Belichick Goes Wild at the Mall, an Update

 OK, this is getting ridiculous. The Patriots this morning signed free agent tight end Hunter Henry to a 3-year, $37.5 million deal. Along with yesterday's signings and the acquisition of offensive tackle Trent Brown from the Raiders, New England has enough new players to make up over one-sixth of its 2021 opening day roster.

If Belichick ISN'T planning on getting a new quarterback by trade or high draft pick after this explosion of spending, if he plans to stick with Cam Newton as his starter, well, let's just say he's taking a risk that makes benching Drew Bledsoe for second-year man Tom Brady a 1-10 bet.

That bet had the biggest payoff in NFL history. Longshots remain longshots however, even if you've cashed one.

posted by Michael Gee @ 10:39 AM