The New England Patriots may be done adding through free agency, and the draft has come and gone.
But with June 1 approaching, there are some instances where contracts can shift, and that makes it more feasible for a team like the Patriots to acquire and restructure a player’s contract.
Many teams also would consider trading future picks, which at this point are less valuable than making a trade up to or at the draft.
Let’s take a look at some potential Patriots training camp trades that could shake up the roster.
Patriots trade for Budda Baker
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Patriots get: S Budda Baker
Cardinals get: 2024 third-round pick
The Patriots need to replace Devin McCourty in some capacity, and with no true long-term answer at safety, a disgruntled Baker could add yet another elite playmaker to the Patriots defense.