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Team Notebook: New England PatriotsPatriots | No formal talks with McGinest Christopher L. Gasper, of the Boston Globe, reports the New England Patriots have not had any formal talks with unrestricted free-agent LB Willie McGinest (Browns), who would be open to signing with the Patriots. Patriots | Watson, D. Thomas may battle for roster spot Jeff Howe, of NESN.com, speculates New England Patriots TE Benjamin Watson and TE David Thomas may compete for a roster spot on the team's final roster. Patriots | Could keep four TEs on roster Jeff Howe, of NESN.com, reports the New England Patriots may keep four tight ends on their final roster because they do not have a fullback on their current roster. Patriots | Watson says TE position very deep Jeff Howe, of NESN.com, reports New England Patriots TE Benjamin Watson said the tight end position on the team is very deep going into training camp, and the players have been learning things from the other tight ends on the team. "It definitely is the most depth [the Patriots have had], and all of us have game experience. All of us have played. It's a great group. It's great to have guys who have played. We can bounce stuff off of each other. We can learn from each other, but it is a deep group," Watson said. Patriots | Gostkowski says things going good with new snappers Christopher L. Gasper, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots PK Stephen Gostkowski said things have gone fairly smoothly working with LS Nathan Hodel and LS Jake Ingram, who are trying to replace LS Lonie Paxton who signed with the Denver Broncos. Patriots | McGinest would be interested in return Albert Breer, of SportingNews.com, reports unrestricted free-agent LB Willie McGinest (Browns) said he would be interested in rejoining the New England Patriots. Patriots | Bruschi likely won't be a full-time player again in 2009 Howard Ulman, of The Associated Press, reports New England Patriots LB Tedy Bruschi spent less time on the field last year than in recent seasons. He often came off the field on third downs and, entering his 14th year in the league, may do much of the same during the 2009 season. Bruschi isn't thinking about life in the NFL beyond this year; he plans to reassess his future after the upcoming season. He appears healthy at this point, but his numbers were down in 2008. He recorded just 75 tackles last season and it was the first time in his NFL career he failed to record a sack. Patriots | Bruschi could coach after playing career Christopher L. Gasper, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots LB Tedy Bruschi could become a coach when he is done with his playing career. "I know I can coach. I know I can coach. I know the game. I've been in it so long. It's just going to be a matter of what I do when I'm done. I don't know. It's a passion of mine. I know I love football. I know I want to be in it. Let's just see what I'll be doing," Bruschi said. Patriots | Not interested in Vick Michael Lombardi, of the National Football Post, reports the New England Patriots are not interested in free-agent QB Michael Vick (Falcons). Vick would not appear to be a fit with the team due to scheme and the lack of potential to become an eventual starter. Patriots | Bruschi could retire after 2009 Mike Reiss, of The Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots LB Tedy Bruschi said the 2009 season could be the final year of his career. However, Bruschi, whose contract expires after the 2009 season, is leaving his options open. "It has to be that way, not only for me but also the team," Bruschi said. "I have to give them everything I have this year and only think about what's next. I'm going to prepare myself for this season, only think about this season, and when the season is over, which is a long ways away, then you think about delving into those decisions." Patriots | Wilhite says he has more to learn Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots CB Jonathan Wilhite said his first offseason is similar to this offseason because he still has several things to learn. "Everything is the same. I still have the jitterbugs. I still think there is a lot of stuff I have to learn. I'm just enjoying the moment, playing beside some good corners," Wilhite said. Patriots | Offered contract to Ellis Jean-Jacques Taylor, of The Dallas Morning News, reports the New England Patriots offered DE Greg Ellis a one-year deal worth $1.5 million, but Ellis decided to sign a three-year, $10 million contract with the Oakland Raiders. Patriots | Gutierrez eligible for practice squad Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots QB Matt Gutierrez is eligible to be on a practice squad this season, which could factor into the team's decision on whether to keep three quarterbacks on the final roster. Patriots | Appleby released Mike McDermott, of The Providence Journal, reports the New England Patriots released LB Antonio Appleby. Patriots | Will start training camp July 30 Shalise Manza Young, of The Providence Journal, reports the New England Patriots announced they will begin their training camp July 30. Patriots | Ohrnberger agrees to terms Adam Caplan, of Scout.com, reports the New England Patriots have agreed to terms with fourth-round draft choice OL Richard Ohrnberger on a four-year deal worth around $2.20 million, according to a source. The deal includes a $451,000 signing bonus. Patriots | A. Thomas expects to be ready for camp Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots LB Adalius Thomas (arm) said he is feeling good and expects to be able to fully participate at the start of training camp. Patriots | Pass released Tim Graham, of ESPN.com, reports the New England Patriots have released FB Patrick Pass. Patriots | Mayo not present Thursday Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots LB Jerod Mayo was not present during practice Thursday, June 11. Patriots | Meriweather not present Thursday Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots FS Brandon Meriweather was not present during practice Thursday, June 11. Patriots | Morris practicing Thursday Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris is participating in practice Thursday, June 11, after missing practice Wednesday, June 10. Patriots | Meriweather not present at minicamp Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots FS Brandon Meriweather was not present at the start of the team's minicamp Wednesday, June 10. Patriots | Morris not present at minicamp Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris was not present at the start of the team's minicamp Wednesday, June 10. Patriots | Mayo not present at minicamp Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots LB Jerod Mayo was not present at the start of the team's minicamp Wednesday, June 10. Patriots | Wilfork explains presence at minicamp Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots DT Vince Wilfork said he reported for the team's mandatory minicamp because he is going to meet all the obligations in his current contract, and attending the minicamp is one. He hopes that his presence at the minicamp will help in contract negotiations. Patriots | Morris not present at OTA Tuesday Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots RB Sammy Morris was not present at the Patriots' organized team activity Tuesday, June 9. Patriots | Mayo not present at OTA Tuesday Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots LB Jerod Mayo was not present at the Patriots' organized team activity Tuesday, June 9. Patriots | Wilfork not present at OTA Tuesday Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots DT Vince Wilfork was not present at the Patriots' organized team activity Tuesday, June 9. Patriots | Pass contract details Updating a previous report, Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots RB Patrick Pass signed a one-year deal worth $745,000. Patriots | Faulk not sure how long he will play Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots RB Kevin Faulk said he is not sure how much longer he will play and is taking it year by year. "My body is telling me to keep going, but you never know. Something could happen, but hopefully it doesn't. I'm just taking it year to year," Faulk said. Patriots | Butler impressing in practice Mike Reiss, of The Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots CB Darius Butler has consistently been around the football in practices. During seven-on-seven work in practice Tuesday, June 9, Butler jumped a pass from QB Brian Hoyer intended for WR Greg Lewis and picked it off. Butler appears to explode after planting his foot in the ground, putting him in position to make plays on the ball. Patriots | Brady, Moss building chemistry during offseason workouts Mike Reiss, of The Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots QB Tom Brady and WR Randy Moss have been spending quality one-on-one time focusing on red-zone work during practice. Brady would often talk to Moss after each route. Patriots | Brady will have to shake off rust The Associated Press reports New England Patriots QB Tom Brady (knee) said Monday, June 8, that he is not sure how long it will take to shake off the rust after missing more than half a year of not practicing or playing with his teammates. "It remains to be seen," Brady said. "I hope there's not a lot of rust at all, but the preseason games will be good for that. And we have a long time till we play our first regular season game." Patriots | Mankins will report to minicamp Karen Guregian, of the Boston Herald, reports New England Patriots OG Logan Mankins will report for the team's mandatory minicamp this week. He is entering the final year of his contract. Patriots | Wilfork could lose $500,000 if he skips minicamp Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots DT Vince Wilfork could lose $500,000 if he does not show up for the team's mandatory minicamp this week, according to a league source. The Patriots would have to decide whether to pursue the $500,000 if he does not report. Patriots | Mankins not worrying about contract Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots OG Logan Mankins said he is not worried about entering the final year of his contract. "I figure my contract will take care of itself, either they give me a new one or I move on next year. So we'll see what happens." Mankins said. He said he would like to remain with the Patriots. Patriots | Wilfork looking for comfortable contract The Associated Press reports New England Patriots DL Vince Wilfork made an appearance at the team's charity golf tournament Monday, June 8, even as he continues to hold out for a new contract. Wilfork is in the final year of a six-year deal he signed as a rookie. Wilfork did not show up for the team's voluntary organized team activities last week. He did not speak to reporters at the charity event, but he talked on a local radio show broadcasting live from the golf course. Wilfork told WEEI that he is not looking for the "best contract there is" but one that will make him "comfortable." Patriots | T. Williams working with LBs Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots SS Tank Williams has been working with the linebackers during practice. Patriots | Four players released Mark Divver, of The Providence Journal, reports the New England Patriots have released DE Kenny Smith, RB Omar Cuff, SS Marcus McClinton and LB Angelo Craig. Patriots | Pass signed Mark Divver, of The Providence Journal, reports the New England Patriots have signed unrestricted free-agent FB Patrick Pass (Giants). Terms of the contract were not disclosed. Patriots | Wright, Brace get reps if Wilfork absent Mike Reiss, of the Boston Globe, speculates New England Patriots DL Mike Wright and DT Ron Brace would be the top options to work with the first-team defense during the team's minicamp if DT Vince Wilfork did not attend. Patriots | Wilfork unsure if contract talks are ongoing Chad Finn, of The Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots DT Vince Wilfork said he is not sure if the Patriots and his agent are discussing a contract extension. "I'll let them handle that. I try to stay out of that. That's his line of work and I let him handle his business and we go forward from there. He may call me tomorrow with something different, who knows. Whatever it may be I'm a professional at the end of the day. I'm always going to be a professional. When it's time to play I'll be ready to play," Wilfork said. Patriots | Wilfork unsure if he will attend minicamp Mike McDermott, of The Providence Journal, reports New England Patriots DT Vince Wilfork, who is unhappy with his contract status, said he is not sure if he will attend the team's upcoming mandatory minicamp. He would not commit to attending training camp either but said he will be ready to play in the regular season. Patriots | Seymour would like to remain in New England Christopher L. Gasper, of The Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots DE Richard Seymour is entering the final year of his contract with the team. He said he would like to work something out to remain with the Patriots, but noted he will have to let the situation play itself out. Patriots | Wilfork sending a message Christopher L. Gasper, of The Boston Globe, reports New England Patriots DL Vince Wilfork seems to be sending a clear message to the Patriots about his contract by not being present at the team's voluntary offseason practices. He is entering the final year of a six-year contract and will have a $2.2 million base salary this season. |
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