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Barkevious Mingo to Patriots: Reflecting on Patriots 2013 rookie class

By Connor Fulton

Aug 12, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Justin Perillo (80) is tackled by Cleveland Browns linebacker Barkevious Mingo (51) after catching a pass in the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 12, 2016; Green Bay, WI, USA; Green Bay Packers tight end Justin Perillo (80) is tackled by Cleveland Browns linebacker Barkevious Mingo (51) after catching a pass in the first quarter at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 24, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; New England Patriots punter Ryan Allen (6) punts during the game against the Denver Broncos in the AFC Championship football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Ryan Allen (UFA)

Games: 48

Games started: 48

Career stats: 46.1 yards per punt

People forget just how rooted Zoltan Mesko was on the Patriots’ roster before an undrafted rookie punter by the name of Ryan Allen came along and stole his job. One of the NFL’s better punters over the past three years, Allen owns the Super Bowl record for longest punt; he booted a 64-yard bomb against the Seattle Seahawks 18 months ago.

What if Jimmy G pulls a Tommy B?

Apparently, Allen is the best place holder in the NFL, or at least in Stephen Gostkowski’s mind. Couple Allen’s excellent work with Gostkowski in that arena with his consistency in the punting game, and you have arguably the least-talked about demonstrator of the Patriot Way; Allen is versatile and dependable.

Next: 1. Joe Vellano (UFA)

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