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Potential Patriots Free Agent Signings

Here is a list of free agents I think the Patriots could realistically sign once free agency begins next Tuesday. The Patriots love value and I believe these players provide that along with filling needs on this football team. 

1. Julian Edelman, WR - Edelman is extremely likely to sign with the Patriots cause he's their guy. He has a great rapport with Tom Brady and we know he excels in the Patriots system. He probably won't cost too much either as he isn't without question marks. 

2. Aqib Talib, CB - Another one of their own, I expect the the Patriots to go hard after Talib. He fits the way the wanna play defense and has been a difference maker on this defense when healthy. He is expected to get more money then last offseason but the Patriots still shouldn't have to break the bank to resign him. 

3. Emmanuel Sanders, WR - The Patriots obviously had interest in Sanders last offseason, I'd expect the same this year. Except this time around Pittsburgh won't be able to match the offer. I'd put good money on Sanders signing with New England. 

4. Malcolm Jenkins, S - Safety is an obvious need for the Patriots and Jenkins is a hard hitting, physical, veteran Safety who would be a great fit next to McCourty. Another big factor is he can be had for a lot less money than some of the top Safeties (ie. Byrd and Ward) on the market.

5. Jared Allen, DE - Still a solid pass rusher and brings a great veteran presence. Allen could come to New England and dramatically improve their pass rush. He is older and should be an affordable option on the D-line. 

6. Dustin Keller, TE - Coming off an injury his stock is way down and he might not be ready to start next season. I think once he gets healthy though this guy is a player. Belichick loves him some Tight Ends, there's no doubt he signs one or two this offseason and Keller would be a great low risk high reward option. 

7. Anthony Spencer, DE - I've always liked Spencer and his versatility. He can play both DE and OLB, he's solid in the run game and as a pass rusher. The thing is he's 30 years old and coming off a season ending injury so his market might not be very high. 

8. Rich Ohrnberger, C/G - The former Patriot is a versatile interior offensive lineman who started at Center for the Chargers at the end of last year including their Playoff games. He could be an upgrade at either Guard or Center for the Patriots and he knows the system. 

9. LeGarrette Blount, RB - I don't think Blount will have a huge market and can be had for cheap money. He played so well here in New England complimenting Ridley and Vereen, I think there's a good chance he returns. 

10. Brandon Browner, CB - Browner has to serve a 4 game suspension to start the year but that's never scared away the Patriots before (see Talib). Browner is a legit Corner when he's actually on the field. When he comes back in week 5 he could instantly be the Patriots best CB. His price tag will obviously be low due to his suspension.  
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