The Off-season is in full swing with the NFL combine starting on February 23rd. Shortly thereafter, the Legal Tampering Period for Free Agents starts on March 9th. The Patriots will have to make some decisions to offer Restricted Free Agents tenders. They will also have Exclusive Rights Free Agents to decide upon.
NFL Off-Season Schedule
Feb. 17 – March 3: Franchise/Transition Tag Period
Feb. 23 – March 2: NFL Scouting Combine
March 9-11: Legal Tampering Period
March 12: Free Agency Begins
April 20: Offseason Workout Program Begins
April 23-25: NFL Draft
The Patriots are behind the curve in preparing for next season, with their 4-game playoff run culminating in the Super Bowl loss.