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Here's why Tom Brady's free agency decision is on Bill Belichick's timeline

The New England Patriots haven’t yet set up a time to speak with Tom Brady’s representatives. That would seem puzzling considering the future Hall of Fame quarterback becomes a free agent on March 18.

Puzzling except ... these are Bill Belichick’s Patriots.

The NFL rumor mill is freaking out about the Pats not talking to Brady yet, but this is precisely how Belichick has done business for years now. Nothing has changed. The surprise is that anyone would think it would be different.

Should New England be in constant communication in an effort to show how much it values (beyond salary) the greatest player in franchise history?