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: special teamer Brandon King.
2021 SEASON REVIEW The 28-year-old King, who plays only in the kicking game, missed the entire 2019 and 2020 seasons with injuries. Before the 2021 opener, he hadn’t taken the field in a meaningful game since Super Bowl LIII against the Los Angeles Rams — a 953-day layoff.
Casual Patriots fans might not even have noticed King on the field this season. But he had perhaps the most impressive comeback story of any New England player.