The second level of the New England Patriots defense will likely be undergoing some turnover in the coming weeks — something that it has become accustomed too in recent seasons.
The 2019 offseason saw a revamping of the previous year’s linebacking group with the additions of Jamie Collins and Chase Winovich. Last offseason saw the departure of Collins alongside multi-year starters Kyle Van Noy and Elandon Roberts to free agency and defensive signal caller and captain Dont’a Hightower to an opt-out, with additions coming in the form of rookies Josh Uche and Anfernee Jennings.
With the return of Hightower and likely expanded roles for Uche and Jennings, the Patriots will be looking for depth options, and a potential long-term replacement for Hightower.