While they were busy introducing their first group of free agency signings to the media, the New England Patriots made sure to keep the pipeline open. On Friday, just before and after wide receiver Mack Hollins and defensive tackle Khyiris Tonga held their first press conferences at Gillette Stadium, two more players were added.
Interior offensive lineman Wes Schweitzer and safety Marcus Epps were both signed to one-year contracts. Let’s analyze what the pair brings to the table, and the moves consequently mean for the Patriots.
OL Wes Schweitzer: Signed to 1-year deal
Center question still unanswered: With the Patriots signing Schweitzer one day after releasing longtime starting center and team captain David Andrews, it would only be natural to see the two moves as connected.