The New England Patriots have spending power this spring, and their success in 2025 and beyond will be highly dependent on how they flex it.
This isn't a new situation for the Patriots. Four years ago, they had the most cap space of any NFL team, but wound up signing several players, especially on offense, who didn't pan out. Wide receiver Kendrick Bourne and tight end Jonnu Smith were two prominent examples.
With nearly $120 million to spend and tons of holes on both sides of the ball, there are nearly endless possibilities for the Patriots to choose from when it comes to adding in free agency this spring.