Bruschi, others back with Pats
On a day when cornerback Asante Samuel moved on to Philadelphia, signing a six-year, $54 million contract, the New England Patriots had lesser news.
They re-signed linebacker Tedy Bruschi – whom many folks thought would retire after the team's 17-14 Super Bowl loss to the Giants – long snapper Loni Paxton and wide receiver Kelley Washington.
Washington is an interesting signing. He was a great special teams player for the Patriots. But now, with Donte Stallworth gone, could move into the No.3 or No. 4 receivers role, especially with Jabar Gaffney looking elsewhere.
That Bruschi is back for a 12th season indicates how much he wants to play and how much the Patriots – never too sentimental about anyone – want him to finish his career in Foxborough.
Given his talent and experience in the Patriots system, it's easy to see why New England wants him back.
As far as Paxton . . . well, when's the last time you saw him make a bad snap? Right, I can't remember either. And that's why he's important.
Still no word on a Randy Moss deal, which is surprising. Everyone expected that deal to be done immediately.
Posted at 12:16 PM
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