Patriots Primed to Sign Jihad Ward

0:00On March 30th, Jihad Ward is popping up as one of the top free agent edge rushers still on the market this offseason. The New England Patriots could use another pass rusher to beef up their defense, especially after landing Dremont Jones as a big free agent signing, to handle one side of the line. Ward was Jones's teammate on the Tennessee Titans last year, so pairing them could create real pressure on quarterbacks next season. The Philly native put up solid numbers, including five sacks and 22 quarterback hits, his best sack total since 2023. Fans and analysts see this as a low-risk move, with high upside, given Ward's reason playmaking. For the Patriots, who have about $35.2 million in cap space, his projected market value sits around $4.1 million, a steal for that production. They also need a top-wide receiver, and back up tight end, but grabbing Ward now lets them spend smart and build a contender without breaking the bank. With him still available, New England has a prime shot to jump ahead and lock him in

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