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If you’re one of those people who are starving for the day that the New England Patriots fall from grace, then you might want to prepare for some bad news. That won’t be this year. The Patriots remain one of the best teams in the NFL, still have one of the best coaches and still have this quarterback you may have heard of. No one in their division is ready to overtake them for crown, and there are only a handful of teams in the conference that would be favored to beat them in the regular season or a playoff game. This may be one of their most interesting offseasons in a while, though, as rumors are starting to swirl. Here are five of the most interesting.
5. Expect Rumors That This Will Be Brady's Last Year
Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports5. Expect Rumors That This Will Be Brady's Last Year
Brady once said he'd play until he turned 40. Many are wondering if it will be that long, as he's getting hit a lot more lately. He wants to leave on his own terms, but he also wants to leave healthy and while the game is still fun.
4. Jimmy Garoppolo Will Become Trade Bait
Credit: Greg M. Cooper-USA TODAY Sports4. Jimmy Garoppolo Will Become Trade Bait
Some teams are rumored to have interest in Garoppolo. It wouldn't be the first time someone who was thought to be Brady's replacement ended up in another jersey. Don't be surprised if Garoppolo is moved and they draft the replacement next year.
3. Expect A Draft Class That Is Heavy On Defense
Credit: Ed Mulholland-USA TODAY Sports3. Expect A Draft Class That Is Heavy On Defense
There was already a need for depth at the linebacker position, and now the best one they had has decided to call it a career. We've waited for this team to put some real athleticism around Brady, yet they keep looking for defense.
2. The Line Issues Won't Be Addressed To Satisfaction
Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports2. The Line Issues Won't Be Addressed To Satisfaction
Brady hates getting hit and definitely hates immediate pressure up the middle. Rather than getting a proven vet or a top-tier lineman in the draft, they'll get someone serviceable, and we'll hear more about how they can plug anyone in to the system.
1. Matt Forte Will Be Acquired In Free Agency
Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-USA Today Sports1. Matt Forte Will Be Acquired In Free Agency
Questions abound about whether or not Forte has any tread left on the tires. Does that matter? This is the same team that signed over the hill versions of Corey Dillon and Steven Jackson. Forte wants a ring. The Patriots need a ball carrier.
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