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New England Patriots: 5 Players entering their final season in NE

By Marcus Stanois

Jan 22, 2017; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler (21) reacts after a play in the first half against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2017 AFC Championship Game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports
Jan 22, 2017; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler (21) reacts after a play in the first half against the Pittsburgh Steelers in the 2017 AFC Championship Game at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Lang-USA TODAY Sports /
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Sep 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) reacts against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Cardinals 23-21. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports
Sep 11, 2016; Glendale, AZ, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Danny Amendola (80) reacts against the Arizona Cardinals at University of Phoenix Stadium. The Patriots defeated the Cardinals 23-21. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

Danny Amendola, WR, age 31

New England signed Danny Amendola under the assumption he would fill the role of departed wide receiver, Wes Welker. Although it wasn’t Amendola that took the Patriots starting wide receiver spot, he has been a quality contributor in his four years with the team.

Since joining the team in 2013, Amendola has posted 169 receptions for 1,724 yards and ten touchdowns. In four postseason appearances, he’s amassed 31 catches for 361 yards and four touchdowns, including two scores in Super Bowl’s XLIX and LI.

Amendola finished last season with 23 catches, 243 yards, and four touchdowns. In addition, he returned five kicks and eighteen punts for a combined 250 yards. In the playoffs, Amendola caught 10 balls for 90 yards, one touchdown, and a two-point conversion.

Injuries have been the main culprit for Amendola’s reduced playing time. His inconsistent health has made him available for only one full season in New England. Amendola is scheduled to hit the free agent market next March. The Patriots may pass on retaining the 32-year old in favor of second-year wideout Malcolm Mitchell. Amendola will always be remembered for his contributions in the Patriots’ two Super Bowl victories.

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