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New England Patriots still need to add a veteran tight end to roster

FOXBOROUGH, MA - JANUARY 13: Delanie Walker #82 of the Tennessee Titans makes a catch during a game against the New England Patriots during the fourth quarter in the AFC Divisional Playoff game at Gillette Stadium on January 13, 2018 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Adam Glanzman/Getty Images)

The New England Patriots did the right thing in drafting two young tight end prospects. Now they need to do the right thing and add a veteran presence.

In case you hadn’t heard, inexperienced quarterbacks really, really love their tight ends.

Next to a capable offensive line protecting you from the front, there’s really nothing better if you’re a young QB than a safety valve you can dump passes off to underneath when plays break down.