Okay, folks, let’s dive into my little adventure with the New England Patriots free agency period.
So, the whole thing kicked off, and like every other Pats fan, I was glued to my phone, refreshing Twitter like a madman. I started by scouring all the usual spots – you know, the big sports news sites, some Patriots blogs, and of course, the rumor mill that is social media. I wanted to get a good sense of what needs the team had and who might be available.
My first move was creating a simple list. I jotted down the positions where I thought the Patriots were weakest and then started researching players who might be hitting the market. I wasn’t looking for superstars, just solid guys who could fill a role and maybe surprise a few people.
My Tracking Process
- Checked Multiple Sources: I didn’t just stick to one website. I cross-referenced everything to make sure I wasn’t getting caught up in any fake news or wild speculation.
- Followed the Money: Cap space is king, right? So I dug into some sites that track NFL team finances to see how much the Patriots actually had to spend. This helped me narrow down the list of potential targets.
- Watched Some Highlights (and Lowlights): Okay, this part was fun. I spent a good chunk of time on YouTube, watching clips of the players I was interested in. Not just the good stuff, but also the bad, to get a realistic picture.
- Kept a Running List: As players started signing with different teams (including the Patriots!), I updated my list, crossing off names and adding new ones as the rumors swirled.
It was a bit chaotic, to be honest. Information was flying around, and it was tough to keep up sometimes. But by sticking to my process and double-checking everything, I felt like I had a pretty good handle on what the Patriots were doing (and not doing) during free agency.
The Patriots are Doing ok for now, and I will keep update my list.