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Patriots news: 6 things you need to know about this morning

By Connor Fulton

Oct 26, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) celebrates with fullback James Develin (46) after scoring a touchdown before leaving the field for an injury during the third quarter of against the Chicago Bears at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots won 51-23. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 26, 2014; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) celebrates with fullback James Develin (46) after scoring a touchdown before leaving the field for an injury during the third quarter of against the Chicago Bears at Gillette Stadium. The Patriots won 51-23. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 18, 2015; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Indianapolis Colts wide receiver Griff Whalen (17) is tackled by New England Patriots defensive back Brandon King (36) and cornerback Duron Harmon in the first half during the NFL game at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Spurlock-USA TODAY Sports /

3. Brandon King tendered

Coleman wasn’t the only undrafted 2015 rookie who received good news on Monday. Auburn product and special teams standout King will be around for at least another season.

King was cut at the tail end of Patriots training camp, but they quickly signed him back to their practice squad. When Bradley Fletcher was released, King got the call and never relinquished his status on the active roster.

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King is the ideal Bill Belichick player because he is the embodiment of versatile having played safety, linebacker and even defensive end in college. Since joining the Patriots, King has groomed a role on special teams that he should have no trouble retaining for years to come.

It’s good to see him back.

Next: 2. Alonso, Maxwell entering AFC East

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