Patriots Sign Niko Lalos, Intriguing Camp Battle Ensues

0:00This is Corey with the Story with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The New England Patriots added to their roster this week by signing Nico Lalo's to a one-year contract as a long snapper. This comes after they made eight outside moves in the first week of free agency. Lalo's most recently played for the Norland Saints in that role, though he started as an edge rusher. Lalo's brings limited pro experience, with just one credited season since entering the league in 2020. He appeared in six games for the New York Giants back then, but spent most of his time on practice squads for both the Giants and Saints. The signing creates an intriguing camp battle at long snapper. The Patriots already have Julian Ashby, their 2025-7th round draft pick, locked in at the position. From a contract standpoint, Lalo's got the league minimum for his experience level. That is $1 million, $5,000 with zero guarantees, similar to a deal they gave edge defender

1:01Jesse Lucada. If Lalo's makes the 53 man roster, he will count against the salary cap. Otherwise, the Patriots face no dead money risk, making this a low stakes addition, heading into training camp. This story is shared with support from our sponsor. Do not just listen to podcasts, get lost in them comfortably, S-O-L-I-SOL-PILO.com.