The New England Patriots will reportedly retain a 2021 defensive starter.
According to a report by Mike Reiss and Field Yates of ESPN, New England is closing in on re-signing linebacker Ja’Whaun Bentley to a deal.
Bentley, 25, originally entering the league as New England’s fifth round draft pick in 2018, having spent each of the last four seasons with the club. An injury derailed positive momentum that he built during his rookie season, but Bentley has served as one of New England’s most consistent players at linebacker, having missed just four games over the last three seasons.