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Patriots Free Agents: Cases For, Against Re-Signing Jamie Collins

The New England Patriots have nearly 20 players set to hit free agency when the NFL league year opens March 16. As that date approaches, we’re taking a closer look at each one. Next up: linebacker Jamie Collins.

2021 SEASON REVIEW
The Patriots must get younger and more explosive at linebacker, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t still a place for some of the “Boogeymen.”

Jamie Collins was released by the Detroit Lions in late September and shortly afterward signed in New England for a third tour of duty. The veteran linebacker played sparingly over the next two months, including missing three games with an ankle injury, but his playing time increased during the stretch run.