Patriots Eye Veteran Pass Rusher Derek Barnett

0:00On March 31, the New England Patriots might grab a veteran pass rusher like Derek Barnett before the NFL draft wraps up at the end of April. This guy's got nine solid seasons under his belt, making him a steady option for their defense. He kicked off with the Philadelphia Eagles from 2017 through the middle of 2023, then jumped to the Houston Texans for the last two and a half years. That move keeps him fresh and proven in big spots. Barnett brings 112 games of experience, with 216 tackles, 57 for loss and 34 sacks. Plus, he snagged a Super Bowl ring with Philly back in 2017, exactly the kind of pedigree the Pat's crave as they push for contention now. Pro football focus graded him 58th overall, among 115 pass rusher's last season, ranking 39th in pass rushing and 55th against the run. Not a lead, but reliable death they could use. Sliding in Barnett could shore up their edge before draft A hits, keeping the Pat's

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