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New England Patriots sign Greg Van Roten

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New England Patriots ~~signing~~ sign Greg Van Roten

Veteran offensive guard Greg Van Roten visited the New England Patriots facilities as a free-agent candidate to provide roster depth. Following a leg injury to offensive lineman Ben Brown during a preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts, the Patriots signed the 36-year-old Van Roten to a one-year contract. Head coach Mike Vrabel noted that the team may also test rookie Caleb Lomu’s versatility at the guard position as a contingency plan. Recent details regarding the signing reveal the contract has a maximum value of $4.5 million, including $1 million in guarantees and various performance-based incentives. This salary cap hit is noted to be comparable to starting left guard Alijah Vera-Tucker. The move to bolster interior depth follows additional preseason injuries to Andrew Rupcich during the opener against the Colts. While the team addresses the offensive line, analysts suggest the Patriots may still require a trade to improve edge rushing depth, potentially targeting Kayvon Thibodeaux to support Christian Barmore and Milton Williams.

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