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New England Patriots Roster Recap: Tight Ends

By Marcus Stanois

Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 30, 2016; Orchard Park, NY, USA; New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski (87) during the game against the Buffalo Bills at New Era Field. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Hoffman-USA TODAY Sports /
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Oct 15, 2016; Bloomington, IN, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers tight end Sam Cotton (84) attempts to evade tackle by Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Marcelino Ball (42) during the first half of the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports
Oct 15, 2016; Bloomington, IN, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers tight end Sam Cotton (84) attempts to evade tackle by Indiana Hoosiers defensive back Marcelino Ball (42) during the first half of the game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-USA TODAY Sports /

Sam Cotton, age 23

The Patriots added undrafted free agent Sam Cotton on Monday.

The former Nebraska tight end played in six games over four years tallying 17 catches for 185 yards and three touchdowns.

Phil Perry of CSNNE.com wrote the following on Cotton:

"“At 6-foot-4, 250 pounds, Cotton was one of the more impressive athletes in this year’s rookie class of tight ends. His 4.80-second 40-yard dash — recorded at Nebraska’s pro day — was solid and would’ve ranked him 12th among tight ends at this year’s combine. Some of his other numbers, though, were more outstanding.”"

Cotton will compete with Lengel, O’Shaughnessy, and Hollister, for a spot on the team. Former-Patriot A.J. Derby earned a roster spot after wowing the in the preseason last year.

Next: Patriots Roster Recap: Running Backs

The details of his contract have yet to be released. Overall, the Patriots have to pleased with their tight ends heading into 2017. If Gronkowski stays healthy, this will be an elite unit in 2017.

40-yard dash: 4.68 seconds
Vertical jump: 35 inches
Broad jump: 9 feet, 5 inches
Short shuttle: 4.48 seconds
3-cone drill: 7.26 seconds
Bench: 16 reps of 225 pounds
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