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2016 Free Agency: 5 Under-the-radar players Patriots should consider

By Connor Fulton

Oct 18, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks Ricardo Lockette (83) catches a touchdown pass over Carolina Panthers safety Kurt Coleman (20) during the second half at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 18, 2015; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks Ricardo Lockette (83) catches a touchdown pass over Carolina Panthers safety Kurt Coleman (20) during the second half at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /
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2016 Free Agency Ladarius Green
Oct 25, 2015; San Diego, CA, USA; San Diego Chargers tight end Ladarius Green (89) scores a touchdown as Oakland Raiders cornerback D.J. Hayden (25) defends during the fourth quarter at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jake Roth-USA TODAY Sports /

1. Ladarius Green

This would be an absolute dream. Standing at 6-foot-6 (Rob Gronkowski’s height), Green would allow the Patriots to toy around with two-tight end sets in 2016. Green isn’t a great blocker, but that’s alright—Michael Williams has those duties covered.

The Scott Chandler experiment didn’t pan out the way Patriots fans had hoped, as the 6-foot-7 tight end got phased out as the 2015 season wore on. Chandler lacked the speed and athleticism to give the Patriots a true dual threat at the tight end position.

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Having played alongside Antonio Gates for four seasons, Green is accustomed to playing second fiddle to a future Hall of Fame tight end. He would have no trouble getting used to life as Gronk’s teammate.

2015 was Green’s best year as a pro thus far, as he snagged 37 passes for 429 yards and four touchdowns. He is going to be a relatively sought-after product on the free agent market because of his blend of size and athleticism, but Green could still be had at a decent price.

Next: 5 positions Patriots must address in free agency

Keep an eye on these five players as we get closer to the start of free agency on March 9.

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