(Second of two parts)
The Patriots defense looked old and slow in their wild-card loss to the Buffalo Bills last postseason, so it came as no surprise when director of player personnel Matt Groh shared a few months later that the team was looking to become “faster everywhere.”
Say goodbye to familiar veterans in Kyle Van Noy, Jamie Collins, and Dont’a Hightower — all over the age of 30 — and hello to youngsters Anfernee Jennings, Josh Uche, Mack Wilson, and Raekwon McMillan.
The depth chart at linebacker and cornerback largely consists of unproven players ready to take advantage of opportunities.