Patriots' Austin Hooper Reveals Reason for Return

Rather than opt for entering unrestricted free agency at the start of the NFL year in March, Austin Hooper ultimately decided to stay with the New England Patriots.

Dec 1, 2024; Foxborough, Massachusetts, USA; New England Patriots tight end Austin Hooper (81) warms up before a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images / Eric Canha-Imagn Images