The New England Patriots are reportedly signing two-time Pro Bowler Autin Hooper, a 29-year-old tight end who last played with the Las Vegas Raiders, per Ian Rapoport of NFL.com. The veteran reportedly signed a one-year deal worth up to $4.25 million.
Hooper will once again join an Alex Van Pelt led offense, as the two worked hand in hand in the 2020 and 2021 seasons on the Cleveland Browns where the 6-foot-4 tight end logged 780 yards on 84 receptions with seven touchdowns across both seasons.
The 2016 third-round pick will best be remembered for his time on the Atlanta Falcons, where he achieved back-to-back Pro Bowl seasons in 2018 and 2019, logging 2,244 yards on 214 receptions with 16 touchdowns in his four years with the team.