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How Patriots’ Salary Cap Could Impact New England At Trade Deadline

The New England Patriots could add to their roster ahead of Tuesday’s NFL trade deadline. But a blockbuster addition is unlikely.

Why? Well, for one, the Patriots rarely acquire star-caliber players at this time of year. Their biggest deadline add in recent seasons was wide receiver Mohamed Sanu in 2019. Before that, it was cornerback Aqib Talib in 2012.

But even if the Patriots wanted to make a big splash, their salary cap situation would make doing so difficult.

Following a series of minor roster moves this week, the Patriots entered the weekend with just over $2.