Patriots Sign Oliver Ross, Other Notes
Posted Under: 2008, General / Analysis, Offseason, Rumors, Transactions
When the Patriots take the field for mini-camp today, they will be joined by one new face. His name is Oliver Ross.
The Patriots signed the 33 year old swing tackle to a one-year contract Monday, bolstering depth at the tackle spot. Ross, who has spent time with the Cowboys, Eagles, Steelers, and Cardinals, missed all of 2007 with a torn left tricep.
The 6′4″ 330 lb tackle has spent time at both the right and left tackle spots during his career. However, he is a more natural fit at right tackle. He could go anywhere from being cut to be a key reserve or even a starter next year. He will compete with Wesley Britt, Ryan O’Callaghan, and returning starter Nick Kazcur for playing time.
Colvin Weighing His Options
This week, former Patriots linebacker Rosevelt Colvin visited with the Houston Texans. Although he left without a contract, the Texans seemed to be quite interested. The Colts, Browns, and Jets also seem to have some level of interest as well.
All in all, it seems that a Rosevelt Colvin return is becoming more and more unlikely.
Dragosavich Released
Patriots’ rookie punter Mike Dragosavich has been realeased. Dragosavich, a North Dakota State product, was widely considered the best available punter in April’s draft. Although I was looking forwards to seeing Dragosavich play, it was rediculous to think that the Patriots would bring three punters to camp, considering the new roster limit of 80.
Reader Comments
Greg,
You seemed to ignore the whole Nick Kazcur drug incident, even when referring to him in this article. What do you hear? What’s your view on how the league and Patriots should handle?
While your blog demonstrates that you’re a Patriot fanatic, I hope you’re a little more balanced on the drug issue than you were on the Spygate saga.
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Sure this adds depth to the tackle postition, but isn’t he a little old
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