47 Robert Edwards, RB, 1998: As a rookie, Edwards racked up over 1,400 yards from scrimmage and 12 touchdowns. Been around 118 years and have 18 retired numbers while they have 50 former players in thr HOF. 99. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. 11. Note: Hoyer used to wear No. 11. 12? * 21+ (19+ CA-ONT) (18+ NH/WY). 88, Jody Fortson, catches a back-shoulder touchdown from quarterback Patrick Mahomes. 58 Pete Brock If Jamie Collins played more than just 2019 wearing 58 we may have a battle, but Brock was a solid center for more than a decade. (There are 16 wide receivers who wore numbers in the 80s in the Hall, including Moss, Rice, Cris Carter, Marvin Harrison, Raymond Berry and Lynn Swann.) 72 Matt Light The rings speak volumes and Light was a huge part of three of them in New England. Speaking to the media on Thursday, Henry indicated that he will wear the number to honor former Los Angeles Chargers tight end Antonio Gates. 31 -- Fred Marion, FS, 1982-91:Move aside Brandon Meriweather, Marion spent his whole 10-year career in New England. 73 John Hannah, G, 1973-85: The first New England Patriot to be inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. 42 -- Ronnie Lippett, CB, 1983-91:Spent his entire eight-year career in New England, returned two interceptions for touchdowns in 1987. Hannah is one of the best offensive linemen of all-time -- with some people arguing the "one of" aspect of that statement. 20 Gino Cappelletti The only man to ever don the number remains Mr. Patriot. 23 -- Ron Hall, DB, 1961-67:Pat Chung is a strong candidate here, but we're sticking with Hall, who made a Pro Bowl, an All-Pro team and set a Patriots record with 11 picks in 1963. 1-3 and work our way all the way to No. Only one, surprisingly. src="https://www.facebook.com/tr?id=674090812743125&ev=PageView&noscript=1"/>. Note: Thurman wore No. __________________________________________________________________. 10 Jabar Gaffney, WR, 2006-08: Perhaps Jimmy Garoppolo is the pick here come Week 5. Note: Godchaux wore No. The Kansas City Chiefs and the New England Patriots will make their debuts in Germany as designated teams, following the inaugural international game in Munich in 2022. 73 -- John Hannah, G, 1973-85: Easy pick. Chris Singleton. Kansas City Chiefs tight end wearing No. Had 29 interceptions. 52 -- Ted Johnson, LB, 1995-2004: A classic thumper at middle linebacker, Johnson helped stuff the run in New England for a decade. Its essentially the same with 81. But really, Cruz, Matthews, Amendola and the aging Anquan Boldin are the biggest names wearing these numbers, and none of them are the level of star that for years was synonymous with Nos. 2023 The Buffalo Bills. No other player did as much wearing No. 18 Randy Vataha Very productive receiver in the Plunkett days gets the nod over special teams captain Matthew Slater. 96 in his first six NFL seasons with the Colts and the Jets. 72 -- Matt Light, OT, 2001-11:A three-time Pro Bowler, Light emerged as a franchise left tackle as a rookie and continued to protect Tom Brady's blind set for the 11 seasons. Although he was used as the placekicker, it was his primary position as receiver that led him to his Hall of Fame career. With the start of OTAsthis week, jersey numbers have been assigned to the Patriots. How about Roman Phifer vs. Chandler Jones. Tight end Don Hasselbeck and linebacker Jack Rudolph also were multi-year starters wearing it. 15 Babe Parilli The quarterback of the Patriots first-ever championship team in 1963 edges Chris Hogan. 8. Beats out Sebastian Vollmer and Charley Long, who played for the Patriots in the 1960s. Rob Gronkowski once had 17. 20 retired in New England. The running back will enter unrestricted free agency in mid-March. 2 - Mike Patrick - Another number that has gotten very little use in Patriots history. 22 Asante Samuel Some quality 22s to choose from with Samuel's big-play ability moving him ahead of Stevan Ridley and Ron Burton. Note: Reynolds will wear 51 now that Bentley has changed to No. Registered 29 career interceptions. Our reasoning for presenting offensive logos. 91 Jamie Collins Collins' versatility lifts him past solid DL Bobby Hamilton. Steven James Grogan (born July 24, 1953) is a former football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for sixteen seasons with the New England Patriots.Steve Grogan. Henry was a teammate of Gates from 2016-2018. I believe that to reissue the number is better than retiring it. The San Francisco 49ers long snapper Pepper went viral on Saturday for his hilarious video revealing a decision about his future. Who wore it better? Mayo, drafted 10th in 2008, was the leader of the New England defense for years. Belichick keeps changing his own number. More Cheerleader Photos . Slade's pass rushing skills were underrated on some solid playoff teams. 42 Ronnie Lippett Clayborn's partner at corner was pretty talented in his own right. 18 Matthew Slater, ST/WR, 2008-present: Slater beats out wide receiver Randy Vataha, who had over 3,000 yards and 23 touchdowns in six seasons with the Pats. He will wear No. Law isn't in Canton yet, but he's knocking on the door. Jalen Mills, defensive back Number: 2 Note: Mills signed with the Patriots this offseason. Who wore number 87 for the Patriots? 82 or something. Too bad we never got to see more of Malcolm Mitchell. 86 -- Stanley Morgan, WR, 1977-89:Morgan is the Patriots' all-time leading receiver with 10,352 yards and no one else is close. Ravens numbers have never looked better, . Only one No. He previously wore 21 and 31 in Philadelphia. 85 Nick Buoniconti Tough call here over Julius Adams, but the linebacker's Hall of Famer resume puts him over the top. He posted 6.0 sacks in 1984. 39 -- Sam Cunningham, RB, 1973-79, 81-82:Sam "Bam" Cunningham's 5,453 career rushing yards is still tops in franchise history. Gamble rushed for 346 yards in 27 career games while Dorsett has 194 receiving yards over 15 games. But with the rule change, quarterbacks, running backs, receivers, tight ends, linebackers, defensive backs, kickers and punters may now all wear numbers 1-9. Rick Sanford also deserves mentioning, and Chung but his better work has come since returning with No. 54 Tedy Bruschi, LB, 1996-2008: A three-time Super Bowl champ, Bruschi is the no-brainer selection here. 81. All-Pro guard John Hannah limbers up after reporting to the New England Patriots training camp at Bryant College in Smithfield, R.I., Aug. 11, 1983. What I'm Hearing: Our NFL insider Jarrett Bell details the Patriots big free agency spending and why it means they're retooling and not rebuilding. He posted 6.0 sacks in 1984. After wearing No. No. However, the coaching staff soured on him the following year before suddenly trading him to the Cleveland Browns. 37 Rodney Harrison Another potential recency bias alert I'll take Harrison's culture-changing arrival over rock solid corner Maurice Hurst. There are only so many numbers available per position. There's a reason Tippett made it Canton. 94 Ty Warren, DL, 2003-10: A two-time Super Bowl champ and an All-Pro selection in 2007. Off the field, he's one of the most beloved players in Patriots history. We'll start with Nos. Mac Jones will get a new jersey number before the NFL preseason begins. 30 Carl Garrett Solid running back from the 1960s wins out over fan-favorite Mosi Tatupu. He made the Pro Bowl in his first five NFL seasons. Even though he was a productive and consistent contributor with the Bears, the team elected to trade Bennett to the New England Patriots in March. Collected 527 career tackles. Williams was very effective in the mid-80s up front. Although Michael Clayton would choose the number upon being drafted in 2004, none of the 21 receivers drafted in the first round since him have elected to wear No. [87] In 2020, the Bills filed to trademark the "Bills Mafia" name. What exactly happened? But whether numerology is of importance or not, it's clear that not all numbers are created equally when it comes to the Patriots. He also plays quarterback. Note: Dugger wore No. Made his lone Pro Bowl appearance as a rookie. Mitchell's seven pick in 1968 earn him a spot. If players wanted to go lower, they could, and that they did. 97 Jarvis Green Classy sub rusher always produced when needed. Heres a look at the Patriots new jersey numbers. Devin Asiasi has 85 in New England. 80 was long worn by top receivers: guys such as Steve Largent, Cris Carter, Irving Fryar, James Lofton, Isaac Bruce and, of course, Jerry Rice. The QB's former Alabama teammate, Christian Barmore,. 93 Richard Seymour, DE, 2001-08: Another gimme. 17 -- Mike Taliaferro, QB, 1968-70: Before it was cursing modern-era Patriots receiver, the No. 39 Sam Cunningham, RB, 1973-79, 81-82: Remains the Pats all-time leading rusher with 5,453 yards. I think of Bruschi every time I see Hightower. While Peyton and Eli Manning didn't set the Combine alight, they did light up the NFL, winning multiple Super Bowls during their . 89 Bob Dee, DL, 1960-67: Easy one. 13 Phillip Dorsett The wideout wasn't always a huge factor but generally produced when called upon. 61 Sam Adams Adams' presence on the best OL in team history earns him the spot among this rock solid group of offensive linemen that includes Marcus Cannon, Steve Neal and Ron Wooten. 63 -- Joe Andruzzi, G, 2000-2004:A starter at guard during the 2001-2004 run, Andruzzi was a beloved fixture on the offensive line during his run. 54 -- Tedy Bruschi, LB, 1996-2008:Dont'a Hightower may have an argument when it's all said and done, but Bruschi embodied the Patriots defense during the rise of the Belichick Era. 45 Otis Smith O-T-I-S was always around the ball during the dynasty's beginning. Even though it lacks the star power of some of the other jersey numbers assigned yesterday, 66 has had its share of success stories over the years. So, these numbers are up for grabs when flashy players enter the league, yet they choose not to take them. 88 on the sideline and wore "88" decals on their helmets. Soon after the 1985 Super Bowl, Boston Globe sportswriter Ron Borges wrote a story alleging that six Patriots players, including Fryar, cornerback Raymond Clayborn, safety Roland James, and running back Tony Collins were marijuana users. Jones' old number, No. With offensive line and wide receiver position depth as a need, Mike and Evan highlight University of Southern California wide receiver Jordan Addison and Northwestern University offensive tackle Peter Skoronski as potential first round selections. Before Faulk, Tony Collins in the 1980s and Sam Gash in the 1990s set the bar for the number. We tried to come up with the best player to wear each number, and while most were pretty cut and dried, some (like No. 81 Randy Moss, WR, 2007-10: Passing numbers continue to inflate, but nobody has touched Moss single-season record of 23 touchdown catches. It's unknown if Jones will wear the No 10 that he wore at Alabama. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. 95 Chandler Jones Tough competition here with Ed Reynolds, Roman Phifer and Henry Thomas. Played the entire 2011 season after reportedly tearing his ACL in the opener. And the fact that no one wears 20 is the only reason we dont talk about Gino? 63 Joe Andruzzi, G, 2000-2004: Started all 16 games in each of the three Super Bowl years (2001, 2003, 2004). We have tools and resources that can help you use sports data. 66 Paul Fairchild, G, 1984-90: Started 38 career games in New England. 32 Devin McCourty This is a very deep number with Antowain Smith, Andy Johnson, Willie Clay and Craig James, but none come close to the impact McCourty has made. Williams gets the nod because he started 12 more games with the Pats. 89, he's the only one. Jones by a hair. 44 -- John Stephens, RB, 1988-92: Stephens had a big season as a rookie, rushing for 1,168 yards en route to a Pro Bowl appearance. A note on all 68 players who played a snap for the Patriots this season. Number 88: Michael Irvin, WR, 1988-1999 Analysis: Dez Bryant may be the franchise touchdown leader, and Drew Pearson is the original, but nobody was better than the Playmaker. 30 -- Mosi Tatupu, FB, 1979-90: A fan-favorite fullback, special teamer and overall bruiser during his time in New England, Tatupu passed away in 2010. Made 44 career starts. Learn how your comment data is processed. 92 Ray Agnew, DL, 1990-94: Not a ton of history here with No. Check in with Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar as they discuss the first day of the 2023 NFL Combine. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. 95 Roman Phifer, LB, 2001-04: Came to New England as a 33-year-old, but remained productive in three Super Bowl runs. Id say Gronk at his peak is arguably the best ever. 1 -- John Smith, K, 1974-83:Not a ton of competition for No. 9 -- Bryan Wagner, P, 1991, 95:Played 11 games through two separate stints with the Patriots. Narrowly edges out Ellis Hobbs. 51 for the offseason program. The No. Our staff has compiled what the top 'experts' are predicting the New England Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. Pro Football Hall of Fame inductee (2015) Rod Shoate. 17 Mike Taliaferro This has been a bit of a cursed number for receivers in recent years so we'll go with the former QB over Aaron Dobson. 1 will return to the field of play for the first time in 33 years, currently the fourth longest number drought in Patriots history, behind only Bob Dee's 89 (last worn in 1967), Gino Cappelletti's 20 (last worn in 1970), and Jim Lee Hunt's 79 (last worn in 1970). Buy Lions Wire When the Lions allowed first-round pick T.J. Hockenson to wear number 88 ahead of last weekends rookie minicamp it turned some heads and at Tuesday's press conference he talked about what it meant to him. Teams: Philadelphia 76ers (1975-82), New Jersey Nets (1982-87), Utah Jazz (1987-88), Detroit Pistons (1987-89) Bottom line: Dawkins claimed to hail from planet Lovetron, where the four essential elements were love, love, love and love. Note: Farnsworth is the second long snapper on the roster, joiningJoe Cardona. 80 was long worn by top receivers: guys such as Steve Largent, Cris Carter, Irving Fryar, James Lofton, Isaac Bruce and, of course, Jerry Rice. The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. Note: Langi returns to New England after making the team as an undrafted rookie in 2017. 10-19 to be worn by receivers in addition to numbers in the 80s. Strangely enough though, they probably wouldnt take it if they could. Ridiculously talented. Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. He beats out fellow quarterbacks Matt Cassel and Scott Zolak. 2016 preview: When the Patriots traded for Bennett, he had one year left on his contract and thus has a 2016 cap hit of $5.185 million. 81 holds that distinction (Philadelphia's Jordan Matthews). 69 -- Shaq Mason, G, 2015-present: Came on slowly as a rookie and has progressed significantly each year on the NFL. Previously, a player could only wear a number between 10 and 19 under special circumstances. 16 Jim Plunkett Another old quarterback is the only choice unless we're looking for some fun and Scott Zolak is involved. Not all HOF caliber players need their numbers retired. 23. 1 Cam Newton Yes, technically Newton hasn't appeared in game yet but with John Smith and Tony Franklin as his main competitors, Cam gets the nod sight unseen. 7 -- the number he wore at LSU -- in Minnesota. The veteran appeared in his teams first 10 games but sustained a rib injury that forced him to leave the week 11 matchup against the Denver Broncos. Edges out Rosevelt Colvin for this spot. 75 Vince Wilfork, DT, 2004-14: Still going strong in Houston. Read the names of the retired players, in the story, and many of the fans probably have not thought about them in a long time. No. 75 Vince Wilfork Athletic nose tackles don't grow on trees. The Combine is set to take place in Indianapolis this week. He is a HOF TE and his time with NE is not rivaled, when healthy he was arguably the best TE ever (Blocker/Receiver). A look at the new numbers being worn by the Patriots old players: 3 DB Jabrill Peppers: He wore 22 in Cleveland and 21 with the Giants. 79 Jim Lee Hunt Another Patriots Hall of Fame DL from the 1960s recognized. Jason McCourty, after being handed the number 30 from Duron Harmon, will try to duplicate the success the fellow defensive back had wearing it. 50 Mike Vrabel A few to pick from here with Rob Ninkovich, Sam Hunt and Lawrence McGrew, but Vrabel's versatility wins out. 16 Jim Plunkett, QB, 1971-75: There is a case to be made for Matt Cassel here because he went 11-5. Gamble, RB, 1968-69: Rushed for 346 yards in 27 career games. 89 -- Bob Dee, DL, 1960-67: The Patriots Hall of Famer isn't just the best player to wear No. Please also read our Privacy Notice and Terms of Use, which became effective December 20, 2019. 43 Ernest Gibson, DB, 1984-88: Made only 14 starts in five years, but beats out Nate Ebner and James Ihedigbo, 44 John Stephens, RB, 1988-92: Topped 1,000 yards from scrimmage in each of his. 96 Brent Williams In 2007 I would have guaranteed Adalius Thomas a spot but we all know how that turned out. In six years with the Pats, Rob Gronkowski has 5,555 yards. Not a member? 64 Richard Bishop, DL 1976-81: Made 50 starts at defensive end and defensive tackle. 4x NFL Alumni NFL Linebacker of the year (1992, 1993, 1994, 2000) 3x NFLPA AFC Linebacker of the year (1992, 1993, 1994) Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year Award (1994) 2 AFC Champion (1994, 2007) NFL 1990s All-Decade Team. Some are attached to them and are convinced they won't play as well wearing different digits. 90 Toby Williams, DL, 1983-88: Toss up between Williams and Chad Eaton. 42. 87 Rob Gronkowski, TE, 2010-present: Tough one for Ben Coates, who didnt have the foresight to wear No. The Patriots could target a top outside cornerback to add to an already productive defense. Also, linebacker Chris White will share No. Still, you have to wonder what kind of legacy Jimmy Garoppolo could've taken this spot if he wasn't traded. 77 -- Nate Solder, OT, 2011-2017: Solder watched Tom Brady's blindsidein three Super Bowls -- including two victories. other than brady no number should be retired. 62 -- Ryan Wendell, OL, 2011-15: Another undrafted player who moved up the ladder, Wendell was a full-time starter for three seasons, winning a Super Bowl in 2014. New England Patriots links 2/28/23 - NFL Scouting Combine: Where should Pats be focused? Find out more. 11 Drew Bledsoe Our first legitimate debate and arguably the greatest debate of the list. Patriots free agency profile: Is Damien Harris worth an investment? Brian Robiskie is the only one to take No. Question, Comment, Feedback, or Correction? Gino Cappelletti has his No. A measure of his dominance: In six years with the Pats, Welker had 7,459 yards. Vereens 11-catch Super Bowl gives him the slightest of advantages over Pro Bowl corner Chuck Shonta, safety Tebucky Jones, defensive back Prentice McCray and running back Sammy Morris. Top prospects and storylines to watch from a Patriots perspective at the NFL Combine. The team will find a way to use him as a versatile chess piece to either free things up for other weapons on offense or to take advantage of teams trying to key in on Gronkowski and the Patriots other talented receiving options. The Patriots are bringing back McDermott after the veteran started the last six games for New England at right tackle last season. Gostkowski was drafted to replace a legend in Adam Vinatieri. The Patriots Hall of Famer played at a high level for a long time. Note: McMillan and Farnsworth will share the same number this offseason. 3 -- Stephen Gostkowski, K, 2006-present: The third-most accurate kicker in NFL history (87.6 percent). 36 Lawyer Milloy, SS, 1996-2002: No contest here. 49 -- Joe Cardona, LS, 2015-present:Sure, Cardona might just be a long snapper, but he's a really good long snapper. Passed away from a heart attack just five years after his playing career ended. That is a more special award. 13 -- R.C. He previously wore 21 and 31 in Philadelphia.. 44 John Stephens, RB, 1988-92: Topped 1,000 yards from scrimmage in each of his first two seasons. Patent trader. Fortunately, Adams briefly wore No. If Jacoby Brissett stuck around, he may have had an argument here. This website is the only official website of the New England Patriots and is Copyright New England Patriots (the "Club"). He held virtually every single receiving. Since he strayed, its a no for me. The Patriots previously have retired seven numbers. 87. Recorded two sacks in Super Bowl XX. Its older brother, No. He wore No. 14 -- Steve Grogan, QB, 1975-90: One of the toughest guys to everplay quarterback, Grogan played 16 seasons with the Patriots. He finally got league-wide praise in 2017, when he earned his first Pro Bowl nod. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. He wore No. 36 -- Lawyer Milloy, SS, 1996-2002:Milloy helped bridge the Patriots defense from the Drew Bledsoe era to the start of the Tom Brady era, played a huge part in the 2001 Super Bowl run. WR Kenny Britt: #88.May 9, 2018. 68 -- Max Lane, OL, 1994-2000:Had a solid run with the Patriots, emerging as a full-time starter from 1995 to 1998. 66 - Marcus Martin: Martin was given No. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Used Resourses: 34 Chuck Shonta The versatile defensive back is part of the Patriots All-Decade team for the 1960s. 5 -- Shayne Graham, K, 2010: Another kicker in the low single digits. With New England placing a premium on the tight end position this offseason, Henry will have the chance to put up Gates -like numbers in 2021. It's the. Twenty-ninth overall pick Michael Jenkins took No. 35 as a rookie. Julius Adams (1971-1987) did wear No. He is an able blocker and receiver and adds another talented piece to the puzzle that is the Patriots offensive arsenal. 49 Ralph Anderson, FS, 1973: Started 11 games. Bledsoe, the face of the franchise in the 90s, narrowly edges out the Super Bowl LII hero. Three times Seymour made first team All-Pro. 80 or 81 these days. Rashaun Woods picked No. 96 Brent Williams, DE, 1986-93: Had 43.5 sacks in eight seasons with the Pats. 83 -- Wes Welker, WR, 2007-12: Welker only played six seasons in New England, but he's still the franchise's reception leader -- by over 100 catches. Undrafted players, more than any one round, most represent the numbers 80 (six of 15) and 81 (six of 17). 6 -- Ryan Allen, P, 2013-present: Allen's 45.3 yards per punt would be the best in Patriots history if not for a random 57-yard punt by Matt Cassel in 2008. 12 likely will never be worn by another Patriots player. Nance was one of the Patriots' earliest stars, leading the league in rushing in 1966 and 1967. The perennial captain is an easy pick here. Pepper pulled a classic bait-and-switch, setting it up as if it . He is still the Patriots' all-time leader in receiving yards. 2 receiver you could ask for in 2014, leading to a touchdown reception in Super Bowl LI. 84 -- Deion Branch, WR, 2002-05, 2011-12:Branch wore No. 67 -- Dan Koppen, C, 2003-11:Stepped in right away to start as a rookie during the peak of the Patriots early dynasty. 87.The Patriots finally have revealed the numbers for the team's incoming class of rookies. Toggle navigation. Josh McDaniels predicts Bill OBrien will do a great job as Patriots offensive coordinator. 59, will remain open. His toughness was the stuff of legend, like when he played almost the entire 2011 season on a torn ACL. Read the names of the retired players, in the story, and many of the fans probably have not thought about them in a long time. He likely would've been if injuries didn't end his career before the age of 30. Patriots free agency profile: Is Damien Harris worth an investment? 5. NFL Network's Daniel Jeremiah sized up some Patriots-type players in this year's draft, many who could be considered at 14th overall. 2 -- Doug Flutie, QB, 1987-89, 2005: While he started 12 games in the late 80s, he's more known for his second stint in New England, particularly for his drop kick as his final play. He's clearly the choice here over Jeremy Shockey of New Orleans and many others. Would gronkowski have been as good playing with another QB? Gonzalez is still a prolific receiver, and his veteran presence has made the Falcons' offense much more dangerous. Despite missing five games and leaving two of the other 11 due to injury, Bennett was one of the most productive players of the Bears 2015 offense. Tim Goad, Mel Lunsford and Larry Eisenhower are some of the notable players to wear #72 in the past. To learn more or opt-out, read our Cookie Policy. Sylvester Peck Media, LLC. Note: Karas wore No. It keeps the ex player in the minds of the fans instead of not ever seeing it again. The uniform numbers for the. NFL mock draft: Patriots pick a wide receiver in new Mel Kiper Jr. mock. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. 17 Mike Taliaferro, QB, 1968-70: Threw for 19 TDs in 1969. Other noteworthy players who called 67 their own are guards Josh Kline and Steve Moore, both of whom started multiple games over the course of their tenures in New England. No. 71 Ray Hamilton Undersized DL was a playmaker on the interior for the 1970s Patriots. 53 -- Tom Addison, LB, 1960-67: Addison is a forgotten great. 74 Shelby Jordan, OT, 1975-82: Made 87 starts at right tackle. 8.). 65 - James Ferentz: Ferentz has worn two other numbers during his five-year career. He was named to the Patriots 50th Anniversary Team in 2009. 66 this year. Both were dominant. 71 Ray Hamilton, DL, 1973-81: Made 117 starts in nine years with the Pats. In the News: Patrick Mahomes, Derek Carr, Aaron Rodgers, Jalen Hurts, Tom Brady, Brock Purdy . With Gronkowski the clear-cut number one option at tight end, Bennett is projected to be the teams number two option at the position and more of a role-player in Foxboro than he was in Chicago. The offseason acquisition projects to be the Patriots number two tight end. 95 -- Chandler Jones, DE, 2012-2015: Roman Phifer (2001-2004) played a big role on three Super Bowl runs at the end of his career, but was a starter for only three seasons. 80. Corey Dillon, who helped the Patriots grind out their third Super Bowl in 2004 catches a tough break. Won a Super Bowl in 2014. He then tore all four knee ligaments during the NFL Rookie Beach Bowl, an injury from which he could never bounce back. Also, how many great Patriot corners have worn 24 since he left? Note: Smith gets the same number he wore in Tennessee. He dominated the mid-80s, making five straight Pro Bowls and two All-Pro teams. 33 -- Kevin Faulk, RB, 1999-2011: Dion Lewis was great, but Faulk is an all-time Patriot, setting the standard for third-down backs and clutch plays in New England. Patrick was a solid punter from 1975-78, appearing in 43 games. (Mount Kisco, N.Y.) 1956-current, November 11, 1972, Page 14, Image 14, brought to you by Chappaqua Library, and the National Digital Newspaper Program. Read the names of the retired players, in the story, and many of the fans probably have not thought about them in a long time. 84 Shawn Jefferson Who knows how Darryl Stingley's career might have progressed if not for Jack Tatum's cheap shot, but Jefferson was a rock solid No. 51 Jerod Mayo, LB, 2008-15: Bill Belichick hit big on both of his top 10 picks with the Patriots (Richard Seymour was the other). Yet 2004 was the year that opened the floodgates. - Jordan Matthews has some big shoes to fill as three of the greatest wide receivers in Patriots history all wore 80 on their jerseys: Irving Fryar, Troy Brown and Danny Amendola all secured their places in franchise history with the 80 on their chest. Do you take late-career Corey Dillon over early-career Curtis Martin? Instead, we go with Fairchild, who started 38 games over seven seasons with the Patriots. They have until late August, when each team has to start making its roster cuts, to secure a role. Last worn by Dion Lewis, number 33 has been a successful one for Patriots running backs over the last few decades: Kevin Faulk played an important role in three Super Bowl victories wearing it and had a franchise Hall of Fame career. 50. Other candidates for this spot include Tom Tupa. 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