Patriots Lose Tonga, Gain Brevard in Draft

0:00On March 25, the New England Patriots have lost defensive tackle Kaeris Tonga to the Kansas City Chiefs in Free Agency. Tonga signed a three-year deal worth $21 million dollars with Kansas City after spending last season with New England on a one-year contract. He stepped up big time for the pets, logging a career high, 337 snaps on defense, 14 on offense, and contributing on. Special teams too. When not a starter, he became valuable depth, especially lining up as a fullback late in the year. Patriots fans might feel this thing, but the team has solid options of front like Milton Williams, Cory Durden, and Christian Barmore, who's legal. Issues got cleared up. They already signed Reggie Gilliam to handle that fullback role Tonga filled. Looking ahead, experts like Doug Keed from the Boston Herald see the pets grabbing Texas nose tackle Cole Brevard in the sixth round of the NFL Draft. At 6 foot 3 and 346 pounds, Brevard brings size and potential with 18 tackles last season

1:02across his college stops. With day three picks on the horizon, New England can shore up that depth without rushing, keeping their defensive lines strong for the long haul. You've been listening to NFL News today. AI-powered football coverage.