The New England Patriots are already getting busy before free agency even opens. First, they signed recently released edge rusher Harold Landry to a three-year deal, and now, they have decided to bring back one of Drake Maye's favorite weapons.
ESPN's Adam Schefter has reported that the Patriots have re-signed tight end Austin Hooper on a one-year, $5 million deal with a maximum value of $7 million.
Two-time Pro-Bowl TE Austin Hooper is returning to New England on a one-year, $5 million deal with a max value of $7M, per source.
Agent Steve Caric of Wasserman sports just finished negotiating the deal with the Patriots before free agency starts.