Bill Belichick will need to pull some strings to turn the New England Patriots into a Super Bowl contender in 2022.
There’s 16 unrestricted free agents, along with too much turnover on the offensive coaching staff to feel confident about a deep playoff run at the moment. The Patriots need to retain some pieces and utilize the cap space they have to bring in big-time playmakers. After a huge offseason of spending last year, New England is near the bottom in cap room and has to move carefully.