New England Patriots: Whatever It Takes, I Need Some Pepper This Year

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Published: May 16, 2009

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I believe the Patriots need to trade for Julius Peppers, but what would it take, and how would it happen?
There are a few things that we know:
  • According to Miguel the Patriots have $4.7 Million in cap space.
  • The outside linebacker position is the weak point of the Patriots' defense.
  • The Patriots are overstocked with potential nose tackles.
  • Trading Vince Wilfork will free up another $1.7 Million in cap space.
  • 2009 is the final season on Wilforks' contract.
There are questions that need answering when considering if a deal for Julius Peppers is even feasible:
  • Would Julius Peppers be willing to be paid a high end outside linebacker salary in the range of $6-8 Million, versus an extraordinary defensive end salary?
  • Are the Carolina Panthers interested in...

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