I'm not expecting him to be considered a top-10 FA RB option, but he could make it into a 3rd down role somewhere, but more as a candidate than someone who is handed a job.
Kinda expecting something like a 1 year 2 million type flier.
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Kinda expecting something like a 1 year 2 million type flier.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
This sounds reasonable.
His reputation as a fumbler might cost him though - could be a contract like that, but with 1/3 of it incentive-based.
Houston turmOiler
Footballguy
I wouldn't hate him on the Texans if Singletary is too expensive.... along with an interesting rookie draft pick who fits the system.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
He’s still a fumbler though.
I see him as a COP with Stevenson getting the lion’s share of touches.
I’d hold off on buying just yet.
I could be off…we’ll see.
titusbramble
Footballguy
Am I the only one getting Kevin Faulk/James White sort of vibes in that he may turn into a viable PPR flex play?
King of the Jungle
Footballguy
New regime, so hard to say what role they would have for him. That would be optimal for FF however.
Boston
Footballguy
That type of RB is badly needed…I would be surprised if he is not used in that manner.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
If BB was still the coach.
massraider
Footballguy
I am in
Boston
Footballguy
He was the last few years and that type of RB was MIA for some reason.
Anarchy99
Footballguy
Stevenson had 69 receptions two seasons ago and was on pace for 55 last year before he got hurt. IMO, it's impossible to tell what NE will do and how to project individual players until we see what the roster looks like. That being said, I don't see Gibson having more receptions than Stevenson, and I don't see them throwing the ball 100+ times to the two of them.
Boston
Footballguy
There was no other RBs to catch the ball that year…I would be surprised that after targeting Gibson right away that he does not lead the RB-room in receptions…Stevenson will easily lead it in rushing and I think they would really like to keep him healthy for 17 games.
Anarchy99
Footballguy
I think we need to ignore the NE tendencies when BB was there and focus on what Van Pelt has done. In 4 years as OC in CLE, the RB leader in receptions had 44, 35, 22, and 38 receptions. In 2 seasons as the RB Coach in GB, the RB leader in receptions had 35 and 18. As the OC for one season in BUF, the team leader in RB receptions was 46. IMO, that may not be relevant . . . but I would proffer that that would be more relevant than whatever James White or Kevin Faulk did.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
That’s exactly my point above.
Boston
Footballguy
That has zero to do with why I think that...BB is long gone already...it is based on the player's skill-set and the Pats targeting him.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
I saw it as they weren’t gonna re-sign Zeke, and Gibson was affordable.
Anarchy99
Footballguy
Who knows why they ended up with him. I'm guessing they didn't want to pony up bigger dollars for the other backs. Gibson might have been one of the few guys that would agree to come to NE. Maybe he was attractive because he was cheaper. I would read much into some of the early signings.
The Patriots are re-signing offensive lineman Mike Onwenu. It’s a three-year contract worth $57 million with $38 million guaranteed and a $22.5 million signing bonus, NFL Media reported.
Boston
Footballguy
I saw it as they weren’t gonna re-sign Zeke, and Gibson was affordable.
Bottomline was they were adding to this position...they had no choice because they only had one viable RB...this was a day one signing and not a second wave signing which is why I think they have a plan in place for him...that could change with what else they add but I fully expect him to be pretty involved in the passing game.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
Well, they don’t exactly have a plethora of talented receivers, so it’s a sensible take.I saw it as they weren’t gonna re-sign Zeke, and Gibson was affordable.
Bottomline was they were adding to this position...they had no choice because they only had one viable RB...this was a day one signing and not a second wave signing which is why I think they have a plan in place for him...that could change with what else they add but I fully expect him to be pretty involved in the passing game.
massraider
Footballguy
Geez, I forgot about Zeke.I saw it as they weren’t gonna re-sign Zeke, and Gibson was affordable.
Hot Sauce Guy
Footballguy
He gone.Geez, I forgot about Zeke.I saw it as they weren’t gonna re-sign Zeke, and Gibson was affordable.
BIRDGANG52
Footballguy
I just figure he'll have a big season now after we've all given up on him.
Pip's Invitation
Footballguy
Still expecting nothing from the Patriots' offense this year.
Lansdowne
Footballguy
Hilarious spin by that Macmahan person.
“He’s younger and bigger than Rhamondre Stevenson” he’s a whole 4 months younger and 1 lb heavier, wow big difference! Also this guy added two inches to his height, Gibson is 6’0” not 6’2”. Meanwhile the Pats just made Stevenson the sixth highest paid RB in the NFL. I think it’s clear who they prefer.
Yes, but isn't the Pat's OC the same one Gidson had when he had his best season playing for Washington? I think people may be underestimating Gibson. The talent is still there and I would not be surprised if he gets a bigger share than people think he's going to get. If I had Stevenson I would definitely be looking to get him as well.Hilarious spin by that Macmahan person.
“He’s younger and bigger than Rhamondre Stevenson” he’s a whole 4 months younger and 1 lb heavier, wow big difference! Also this guy added two inches to his height, Gibson is 6’0” not 6’2”. Meanwhile the Pats just made Stevenson the sixth highest paid RB in the NFL. I think it’s clear who they prefer.
Boston
Footballguy
Yes, but isn't the Pat's OC the same one Gidson had when he had his best season playing for Washington? I think people may be underestimating Gibson. The talent is still there and I would not be surprised if he gets a bigger share than people think he's going to get. If I had Stevenson I would definitely be looking to get him as well.Hilarious spin by that Macmahan person.
“He’s younger and bigger than Rhamondre Stevenson” he’s a whole 4 months younger and 1 lb heavier, wow big difference! Also this guy added two inches to his height, Gibson is 6’0” not 6’2”. Meanwhile the Pats just made Stevenson the sixth highest paid RB in the NFL. I think it’s clear who they prefer.
Alex Van Pelt is the Pats OC...he has never coached Gibson.
Lansdowne
Footballguy
I think you're thinking of Scott Turner, who may have been a candidate for the open OC position but was passed over for Alex Van Pelt.Yes, but isn't the Pat's OC the same one Gidson had when he had his best season playing for Washington? I think people may be underestimating Gibson. The talent is still there and I would not be surprised if he gets a bigger share than people think he's going to get. If I had Stevenson I would definitely be looking to get him as well.Hilarious spin by that Macmahan person.
“He’s younger and bigger than Rhamondre Stevenson” he’s a whole 4 months younger and 1 lb heavier, wow big difference! Also this guy added two inches to his height, Gibson is 6’0” not 6’2”. Meanwhile the Pats just made Stevenson the sixth highest paid RB in the NFL. I think it’s clear who they prefer.
Football Jones
Footballguy
People are still on the Gibson train?
Interesting…
Interesting…
barackdhouse
Footballguy
do it do it do it do it
Anarchy99
Footballguy
Even with Stevenson appearing to have been pulled for a while for fumbling, he outsnapped Gibson 35 to 22. However, the Pats had 64 plays on offense, so neither one was in the game consistently. Even if they start Gibson, I think it will be more of a slap on the wrist to Stevenson than anything else. I would not expect Gibson to inherit a huge workload and have Rhamondre take a back seat. If they "start" Gibson, maybe he plays the first series and then they go back to normal.
Anarchy99
Footballguy
The other thing I find problematic in this story is the media has run with it and expanded beyond the initial scope of what Mayo said. A reporter asked if he considered starting Gibson over Stevenson. Mayo said he had, and he has had multiple talks with Rhamondre about ball security. He went on to say that RS is such a huge piece of the offense. But he also said it's difficult to preach ball security to everyone else on the team and making that a point of emphasis while ignoring it when Stephenson has been the one coughing up the ball.
However, that's now getting reported that the Pats are considering benching Stevenson. From the clips that I heard, I don't recall Mayo mentioning or hinting at benching him, only some talk of Gibson starting and getting a bigger piece of the workload. That's one of the many reasons I take media reports with a grain of salt. Fantasy and sports sites survive on clicks and hot takes, and they often make their own narrative.
However, that's now getting reported that the Pats are considering benching Stevenson. From the clips that I heard, I don't recall Mayo mentioning or hinting at benching him, only some talk of Gibson starting and getting a bigger piece of the workload. That's one of the many reasons I take media reports with a grain of salt. Fantasy and sports sites survive on clicks and hot takes, and they often make their own narrative.
Hu-Tang Clan
Footballguy
I wonder how cheap I could get Stevenson right now 
barackdhouse
Footballguy
If you do it as a package deal I bet you could get him for the equivalent of a 2nd rounder. Not straight up though. So something like:I wonder how cheap I could get Stevenson right now
Tank Dell
McLaurin, Stevenson
IDK just spitballing
barackdhouse
Footballguy
ok I agree, that's why I'm suggesting acquiring for the equivalent if you can. I'd take Tank Dell all day in the example above.
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Mike Reiss
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Jerod Mayo, to
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, on Patriots All-Access regarding his plans at RB on Sunday: “Had a conversation with Rhamondre [Stevenson] and he won’t be starting … I’ll be upfront and transparent. But he will play. And he understands he has to protect the football going forward
Mike Reiss
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Jerod Mayo, to
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, on Patriots All-Access regarding his plans at RB on Sunday: “Had a conversation with Rhamondre [Stevenson] and he won’t be starting … I’ll be upfront and transparent. But he will play. And he understands he has to protect the football going forward
the spanker
Footballguy
Yeah only FOUR times. I know Gibson has had issues too in the past but has he fumbled this season?
Desert_Power
Footballguy
Starting him this week. 
Absolutely Nothing
Footballguy
It’s clear Mayo likes Rhamondre as the lead back, but Gibson has all the right tools to carve out a more prominent role in this offense. He’s been used to bailing out bad teams with his pass catching ability, it’s yet to be seen how the backfield will interface with the change to Drake Maye but these next few weeks will be interesting to watch.
Also, I had no idea Gibson was only 26. Could’ve sworn he was a few years older.
Also, I had no idea Gibson was only 26. Could’ve sworn he was a few years older.
