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5 Potential Landing Spots For Now Free Agent DT Vince Wilfork

5 Potential Landing Spots For DT Vince Wilfork

Vince Wilfork New England Patriots NFL Free Agent
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The New England Patriots have declined to pick up Vince Wilfork’s contract option and now the reputable run-stuffer will make a hefty addition to another NFL franchise. But where? Here are five potential landing spots for the two-time Super Bowl champion.

5. Detroit Lions

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5. Detroit Lions

Ndamukong Suh Detroit Lions NFL Free Agency
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The Lions could lose Ndamukong Suh to the vagaries of free agency, so why not sign Wilfork? Yes, he’s a bit older and a lot slower, but he’s also coming from a winning culture. For roughly $ 5-10 million less, Wilfork would be a great 2-3 year pickup.

4. San Diego Chargers

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4. San Diego Chargers

San Diego Chargers Defensive Line needs NFL Free Agency Ricardo Matthews
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Name the last San Diego Chargers’ nose tackle. It’s tough to name any team’s nose tackle, but we all know Vince Wilfork. Playing in ideal weather in Southern California could extend Wilfork’s career and could extend future Chargers seasons.

3. Cleveland Browns

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3. Cleveland Browns

Cleveland Browns Mike Pettine NFL Free Agency needs
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The Browns have a good defense, but Wilfork could give them a great one. Running backs seem to feel the gravitational pull of Wilfork and rarely seem to escape. Adding this veteran to the line could create an atmosphere that completely neutralizes ball carriers.

2. Arizona Cardinals

Bruce Arians Arizona Cardinals NFL Free Agency needs
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2. Arizona Cardinals

Bruce Arians Arizona Cardinals NFL Free Agency needs
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Although Todd Bowles is gone, I believe Wilfork would be an excellent fit under Bruce Arians. The Cardinals are one of the few teams that display defensive pride, and there are very few defenders more prideful than Vince Wilfork.

1. Dallas Cowboys

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1. Dallas Cowboys

Jerry Jones Dallas Cowboys America's Team NFL Free Agency
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Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Dump DeMarco Murray, and pick up a former New England Patriot. Stopping the run may be more important than facilitating it on offense. Only one of the top four rushers in 2014 made a significant dent in the playoffs, and that was Marshawn Lynch of the Seattle Seahawks.

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