Wes Welker says contract talks are getting worse

Wes Welker turned the ball over to the Patriots when he signed his franchise tender in hopes that the team would do the right thing and work out a long-term extension. However, things seem to be getting worse.
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Tavon Wilson signs with New England Patriots

A lot of people were surprised when the Patriots drafted Tavon Wilson in the second round of April’s draft. How will the newly signed pick fit? Gregg Rosenthal of Around the League examines.
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Wes Welker signs franchise tender with New England Patriots

Wes Welker wants a long-term deal from the Patriots, but he signed his $ 9.5 million franchise tender anyway, in the hopes that “doing the right thing gets the right results.”
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Patriots’ Robert Gallery: NFL career hasn’t been ideal

Robert Gallery once was considered a budding star at offensive tackle, but his career hasn’t panned out as many envisioned. Now he’s looking for a fresh start with the Patriots.
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Bill Belichick’s son joins Patriots’ staff as assistant

The Patriots announced their new coaching staff hires Thursday, with one surprising name: Belichick. Steve Belichick.
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New England Patriots sign veteran WR Jabar Gaffney

The New England Patriots have re-signed receiver Jabar Gaffney, who played for them from 2006-08.
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Alfonzo Dennard will prove doubters wrong, Giants CB says

Patriots draft pick Alfonzo Dennard has attracted attention for his legal troubles, but his former college teammate, Giants CB Prince Amukamara, says Dennard will prove his doubters wrong.
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Joseph Addai expected to sign with the New England Patriots

Free-agent running back Joseph Addai will sign with the New England Patriots, a source with knowledge of the situation told NFL Network.
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Weis calls John Harbaugh’s ’stain’ comment ‘a joke’

John Harbaugh tried to clarify his comments suggesting New England’s win in Super Bowl XXXVI was “stained” by cheating, but that wasn’t enough for ex-Pats assistant Charlie Weis.
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Patriots: Happy birthday, Wes Welker! Wes: Pay me!

Wes Welker is celebrating his 31st birthday Tuesday. Judging by his response to the Patriots on Twitter, he’d rather be celebrating the signing of a new contract.
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Chad Ochocinco faces uphill battle to make Patriots roster

Chad Ochocinco took a pay cut to stay in New England this offseason, but there’s a good chance he will stay only for the offseason. On a crowded receiver group, Ocho could be the odd man out.
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Jabar Gaffney enters Patriots’ crowded receiver fray

The Patriots seem determined to stockpile as many veteran wideouts as possible this offseason. The latest addition is Jabar Gaffney, who will have to fight for a roster spot in Foxborough.
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Draft fallout: Could the Patriots’ defense be dangerous?

Bill Belichick finally did what Patriots fans wanted when he picked up two first-round picks to bolster his front seven. Looking at the team’s young talent, could this group actually be a weapon now?
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New England Patriots’ Belichick praises Hightower’s versatility

New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick said he envisions first-round pick Dont’a Hightower playing several roles on the team’s defense.
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Gerard Warren to re-sign with New England Patriots

The New England Patriots will re-sign defensive lineman Gerard Warren, a source with knowledge of the situation said Monday.
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Patriots draft Alfonzo Dennard 224th despite arrest

While Nebraska CB Alfonzo Dennard dropped off most NFL teams’ draft boards after his arrest for allegedly assaulting a cop, Patriots coach Bill Belichick didn’t flinch and drafted him in the seventh round.
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Patriots trade up for Chandler Jones, Dont’a Hightower

The New England Patriots have moved up to the No. 21 pick in the NFL draft by trading the No. 27 pick and No. 93 pick (third round) to the Cincinnati Bengals.
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Patriots revamp in NFL draft by adding pass rushers

The New England Patriots were so desperate to repair their defense that they moved up twice on Thursday. In the process, they added two key pass rushers.
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Navy grants Patriots’ Kettani early release to join team

New England Patriots running back Eric Kettani was released from the Navy and is expected at the team’s offseason camp.
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Wes Welker stands pat: ‘I’ve earned a long-term deal’

Patriots WR Wes Welker has yet to sign his franchise tender. He skipped the team’s voluntary workout program and could continue as a no-show until he receives a long-term deal.
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Free-agent RBs Addai, Hightower visit Patriots

With BenJarvus Green-Ellis now in Cincy, the Patriots are eyeing backfield help, hosting a couple of well-known free-agent backs this week.
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Free agent Kevin Faulk still waiting to hear from Patriots

Free-agent running back Kevin Faulk told ESPN Boston on Saturday that he believes it’ll be awhile before the New England Patriots decide whether or not to bring him back for a 14th season.
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Drew Brees, Wes Welker among franchised stars set to sit out

It would take an unforeseen amount of progress over the weekend for franchised stars like Patriots WR Wes Welker to show up when most teams begin their offseason programs next week.
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How much longer will Bill Belichick coach?

Bill Belichick turned 60 on Monday, making him one of five current NFL head coaches working into their 60s. But it begs the question: Just how much longer will The Hoodie work the sidelines?
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Patriots LT Matt Light retiring

Matt Light’s post-Super Bowl dance party will wind up being his going-away party. The 11-year veteran is stepping away from the game.
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Packers, Patriots looking Super after NFL schedule release

Yes, Super Bowl XLVII is 10 months away. But that didn’t stop Jason La Canfora from examining the schedules and predicting which teams have the best shot at reaching New Orleans next February.
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Vince Wilfork leaves ‘em laughing at Patriots fan forum

New England nose tackle Vince Wilfork is known as one of the more straight-talking players in the game, and he didn’t disappoint a group of Patriots fans who came out to hear him Monday night
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USC DE Nick Perry reportedly visits New England Patriots

USC defensive end Nick Perry has visted with the New England Patriots, Scout.com’s Aaron Wilson reported Saturday.
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Dan Koppen agrees to return to Patriots on two-year, $6M deal

The New England Patriots have agreed to a two-year deal with center Dan Koppen, according to a league source.
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Rob Gronkowski drops Tebow-sized bomb on audience

When Rob Gronkowski met with students at the University of Rhode Island, he was playfully asked what he’d do to Rex Ryan, Betty White and Tim Tebow. His response left no prisoners.
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Kevin Faulk hoping for one last run with Patriots

Kevin Faulk was a key contributor to the greatest Patriots teams of all-time, but he’s not ready to say goodbye after 13 seasons in New England. His only hope is that the phone rings one more time.
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Agent: Jets, Patriots, Eagles interested in free-agent safety Bell

Free-agent safety Yeremiah Bell is drawing interest from the New York Jets, New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles, according to Bell’s agent, Drew Rosenhaus.
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Free-agent LB Bobby Carpenter signs with Patriots

The New England Patriots announced Thursday that they have signed free-agent linebacker Bobby Carpenter.
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Patriots’ Welker wants financial security, not franchise tag

New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker, who had the franchise tag placed on him in March, isn’t sure if he’ll be at the team’s offseason program, but he does know he wants financial security.
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Could Patriots simplify their offense under McDaniels?

Josh McDaniels is back as the Patriots’ offensive coordinator. Can he simplify things for players such as Chad Ochocinco, who symbolized the struggles a new player can have with the team’s playbook?
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Patriots OT Solder says he can fill in if veteran Light retires

Offensive tackle Nate Solder, who started 13 games as a rookie last season, told the Boston Globe that he is prepared to compete for Matt Light’s starting spot if necessary.
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Pats reportedly hire ex-Bucs QB Simms as coaching assistant

The New England Patriots have hired former NFL quarterback Chris Simms as a coaching assistant.
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Rob Gronkowski: Always moving, extremely hungry

Rob Gronkowski is in perpetual motion, so you have to catch him where you can. On Thursday, Around The League sat down with the Patriots’ star tight end as he wolfed down an overmatched sandwich.
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Patriots owner Kraft labels Tebow to Jets ‘exciting’

Count Patriots owner Robert Kraft among those excited to see Tim Tebow join the Jets. Perhaps an unusual stance, considering his team now will be pitted against the QB twice a year.
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Agent not sure if Patriots’ Welker signs franchise tender

There’s no rush for New England Patriots wideout Wes Welker to sign the franchise tender he received earlier this month, but in reading the tea leaves around the league it doesn’t appear likely that Welker is a strong candidate to hold out for a new contract this summer.
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Five potential prime-time openers for Peyton Manning

Get ready to see Peyton Manning and the Broncos playing plenty of night games. With there being a “strong chance” Denver will open “Sunday Night Football,” here’s a list of top matchup possibilities.
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Pats’ Light mum on retirement speculation

Rumors have flied throughout the offseason that Patriots OL Matt Light could be done playing in the NFL. For now, at least, he’s keeping quiet on his 2012 plans.
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Patriots WR Ochocinco chooses stability over statistics

Chad Ochocinco had a rough first year with the Pats, but he’s trying to stick around. The receiver restructured his contract on Sunday, at least giving him the chance to remain in Bill Belichick’s plans.
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Patriots continue revamping, sign CB Allen, OL Gallery

The New England Patriots signed
cornerback Will Allen and offensive lineman Robert Gallery on
Wednesday night. Terms of the deals were not disclosed.
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Patriots’ Gronkowski ‘taking it week by week’ with ankle injury

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski’s surgically repaired left ankle gradually is getting better close to six weeks after undergoing arthroscopic surgery on the ankle.
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Brady restructures contract to provide Patriots with cap space

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady recently restructured his contract, the Boston Herald reported Thursday, citing NFL Players Association documents.
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Report: Patriots hosted free-agent DT Laws over weekend

Free-agent defensive tackle Trevor Laws visited the New England Patriots last Saturday, ESPN Boston reported Wednesday, citing a league source.
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Patriots guard Mankins reportedly eyeing training camp return

Tom Brady played under constant duress during the New England Patriots’ Super Bowl XLVI loss to the New York Giants, and a reason emerged Monday as to why the Giants’ pass rushers ran amok in Indianapolis.
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Patriots reportedly get weekend visit from DL Castillo

After spending the weekend upgrading their offense, the New England Patriots have turned their attention to fixing one of the league’s worst defenses in 2011 with a reported visit from Luis Castillo.
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Patriots add WR depth with Gonzalez signing

As the New England Patriots continue to negotiate with free-agent wideout Brandon Lloyd, the team bolstered its receiving corps by signing Anthony Gonzalez on Saturday.
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