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Free agents the Patriots need to re-sign for 2023 season

By Sara Marshall

FOXBOROUGH, MA - NOVEMBER 6, 2022: Jabrill Peppers #3 of the New England Patriots reacts after a defensive stop during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium on November 6, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Kathryn Riley/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MA - NOVEMBER 6, 2022: Jabrill Peppers #3 of the New England Patriots reacts after a defensive stop during a game against the Indianapolis Colts at Gillette Stadium on November 6, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Kathryn Riley/Getty Images) /
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FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – AUGUST 19: Joe Cardona #49 of the New England Patriots looks on during the preseason game between the New England Patriots and the Carolina Panthers at Gillette Stadium on August 19, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – AUGUST 19: Joe Cardona #49 of the New England Patriots looks on during the preseason game between the New England Patriots and the Carolina Panthers at Gillette Stadium on August 19, 2022 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images) /

Pending free agents the Patriots need to re-sign for 2023

Joe Cardona

Changes to special teams will be a highlighted aspect of the Patriots’ offseason, with coaching changes and possible retirements likely to take place. However, retaining a vital piece like Joe Cardona should be at the top of the list.

Throughout his time in New England since joining the team in 2015, Cardona has been one of if not the most consistent members of the team. Besides ending this past season with a foot injury, he has not missed a single game in his NFL career.

With so many question marks surrounding several positions (punter, kicker, special teams coach, etc.), Cardona’s veteran leadership will be a valuable asset in the seasons to come. Not only has he been one of the best long-snappers in the league, but he’s also been a part of many strong kicking units throughout the years. Additionally, as the Patriots work their way back to being a dominant special teams team, keeping Cardona adds incredible value and consistency to a current shaky unit.

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