A year after adding several players in the league’s biggest spending spree ever in free agency, a top Patriots insider believes New England will be saying goodbye to players this time around.
ESPN’s Mike Reiss lists cornerback J.C. Jackson and linebacker Dont’a Hightower as players most likely to depart the Patriots in free agency.
The potential departure of Jackson shouldn’t be too surprising. New England had a chance to franchise tag the Pro Bowler earlier in March, but opted not to. Now, Jackson is reportedly looking to be paid as one of the top corners in the league.