The New England Patriots have plenty of big names on their list of players about to enter unrestricted free agency next month, but two stand out among them: offensive tackle Trent Brown and defensive edge Trey Flowers are the world champion’s two most intriguing free agents-to-be. While the former has proven himself a capable starter at left tackle, the latter is one of the league’s most versatile and consistent defensive linemen.
Despite proven production against the run and the pass, versatility to play multiple techniques along the line and youth, however, one analyst — and the NFL’s all-time leader in postseason sacks — does not see Flowers as a top option as a pass rusher this offseason: Patriots Hall of Famer Willie McGinest, now working for NFL Network.