The New England Patriots will look to make a splash in free agency after their run to the Super Bowl ended in defeat, and they more recently parted ways with veteran receiver Stefon Diggs.
While they already feature several talented receivers, including Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins, and Hunter Henry, previous reports suggested they would further address this position. That could come via April’s NFL Draft, or even sooner through free agency.
That officially begins next week, with teams able to bolster their rosters through signings starting Wednesday. Among those who will get significant interest is Romeo Doubs, who has been catching passes from Jordan Love as a member of the Green Bay Packers
A recent report via Jeremy Fowler lists New England among four NFL teams “closely watching” the wide receiver as free agency arrives.
In addition, Fowler reports that Doubs has interest from the Washington Commanders, Tennessee Titans, and San Francisco 49ers. All three of these teams could also upgrade their roster by signing Doubs, an unrestricted free agent.
San Francisco was facing the departure of its receivers Brandon Aiyuk and Jauan Jennings, while Washington is also in need of help at receiver for Jayden Daniels. In Tennessee, Doubs could become a valuable member of the receiving corps for young quarterback Cam Ward.
Doubs was on a four-year contract with the Packers, but that $4.34 million contract expired, allowing him to look elsewhere.
The 25-year-old receiver was a fourth-round pick by Green Bay in 2022 and played in all 17 of his team’s games last season, finishing with 55 receptions, 724 yards, and six touchdowns.
While he didn’t play in all games during his rookie and third seasons, he's been mostly healthy and productive on the field. Doubs' career stats include 202 receptions for 2,424 yards and 21 touchdowns.
He also brings playoff experience, appearing in four postseason games, including two in the team’s 2023 run.
Projections suggest he will definitely get a pay raise when he signs a new deal. According to Spotrac’s projection, he could receive a four-year, $48 million deal from the team that signs him, which could occur soon.
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