Tight Ends:
- Ben Watson's season was interesting. Despite hauling in five TD passes, Watson had four games in which he did not record a reception, and topped 51 yards receiving just once (week 1). Having said that, Watson is an efficient blocker. Watson's original 6-year rookie contract is up and he is due to hit free agency, and he may be replaceable in this offense.
- Chris Baker's first season with the Patriots was quiet. Baker hauled in 14 catches in 16 games and failed to record a reception in six games. His game high in yardage was 41, and he had just two TDs. The 30-year old signed a 5-year deal last off-season, and is due $2 million next season. That's a manageable number, and after a year in the offense he could slip into Watson's role if he leaves.
- This is always a tough position to gauge for the Patriots. They never have a tight end that puts up statistics that "wow" us. Our offense is not built around the position, and the Patriots arguably keep their tight ends in blocking more often than other teams. Having said that, with three second round picks the Patriots could target a player at this position in a deep tight end draft.
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