If you can't beat them, sign their former players.
According to Barry Jackson of the Miami Herald, the Miami Dolphins—who are coached by former New England Patriots assistant Brian Flores—"have at least some level of interest in several players who have been Patriots last season or in the past."
Jackson listed cornerback Logan Ryan, guard Joe Thuney and safety Devin McCourty as players the Dolphins are interested in as the offseason continues.
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