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REPORT: Steven Jackson Set to Join Patriots

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The Patriots have been a little thin at the running back position, but it looks like Bill Belichick has plans to add another player in hopes of getting a little stronger heading into the postseason.

According to ESPN.com, the Patriots are set to sign free agent running back Steven Jackson to a one-year deal. Jackson hasn’t played since being released by the Falcons back in February but was in for a workout with the team last Wednesday.

New England went into Sunday’s game with Brandon Bolden and Joey Iosefa getting the majority of the carries during their win over Tennessee, with Iosefa leading the way with 14 carries for 51 yards (3.