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Patriots urged to sign All-Pro WR for Drake Maye

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This would be an interesting move.

Patriots urged to sign All-Pro WR for Drake Maye originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The New England Patriots were close to a Super Bowl in in 2025, and the franchise has made some key moves to help push Mike Vrabel's team over the top.

The big one has been receiver Romeo Doubs. Getting another weapon for Drake Maybe, especially after Stefon Diggs was moved on was crucial, but for most, the Patriots need more. But who could the franchise look at in terms of a cheap weapon, that also has some upside?

Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport has one -- Deebo Samuel. โ€œDeebo Samuel's best days are likely behind him,โ€ Davenport wrote . โ€œBut the 30-year-old managed almost 800 total yards and scored six touchdowns with the Washington Commanders in 2025, and he would offer New England an underneath target who excels after the catch for Drake Maye and a movable chess piece for offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.

โ€œAnd given New England's status as a legitimate Super Bowl contender, Samuel may be willing to sacrifice some salary for a chance to play in a second Super Bowl. โ€ More : Chargers again linked with free agent WR for Justin Herbert Is Samuel a Patriots fit? Of course he could be.