The New England Patriots are running thin at the linebacker position, and it could be much worse once free agency hits.
New England released Kyle Van Noy to clear up cap space — while Dont’a Hightower, Ja’Whaun Bentley and Jamie Collins are all hitting the market. The Patriots’ current depth at the position consists of Matthew Judon (OLB), Josh Uche (OLB), Ronnie Perkins (OLB), Chase Winovich (OLB), Raekwon McMillan (ILB), Cameron McGrone (ILB), Jahlani Tavai (ILB) and Anfernee Jennings (ILB).
Bill Belichick can look in the draft to find linebackers to immediately step in — Nakobe Dean is a great example. Or, he can look to make a splash with at least one big-time player. Bobby Wagner is one of the league’s premier linebackers and he was recently released by the Seattle Seahawks.
