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Patriots QB rumors: Matthew Stafford trade makes a lot of sense, according to Rodney Harrison

You may have heard the Patriots have a bit of uncertainty at quarterback heading into 2021.

Cam Newton’s contract expires at season’s end, and second-year quarterback Jarrett Stidham hasn’t popped in relief appearances, nor has he pushed Newton hard enough to take the starter’s gig. They could look to the NFL Draft or free agency, but Rodney Harrison believes Bill Belichick should swing a deal for Matthew Stafford.

“I’ll just say this, if I’m the Patriots, I’m looking to make a trade,” Harrison said on NBC Sports’ Safety Blitz. “I’m looking to make a trade because think about Matthew Stafford on the Patriots if Belichick adds a couple weapons, with his coaching, that young defense, I just think they have a better chance.