“I have spoken to Nate,” Mankins said at the Joe Andruzzi Golf Tournament today at TPC Boston. “He seems like a great guy. I gave him a little advice, and tried to help him out the best I can in the situation we’re in.”

“Well, this time, the Patriots gave him my number,” Mankins said. “I’m more than willing to help any young guy who needs anything. Look, he’s in a tough situation right now, He doesn’t know what’s going on. He has no coaches to talk to. He’s just trying to make it in this league.”