Former New England Patriots special teams ace Matthew Slater may have retired following the 2023 season, but he might not be walking away from football entirely.
He has been seen at Gillette Stadium greeting returning players for the voluntary offseason program. That had many wondering if he’d accepted a different role within the Patriots’ organization.
According to safety Jabrill Peppers, the special teams legend has been in the building as an advisor.
“I’m happy we kept him in the building,” said Peppers, when speaking with media members.
Jabrill Peppers said Matthew Slater has been at Gillette Stadium as an "advisor.