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Probably not as disappointed as Brady would be. At this point I’d put the odds close to 95% that they get something done with Welker.

Yeah it does sound like Demps would like to do both but I have my doubts if the Pats will be down with that. Training for track and training to play running back in the NFL are two different things. The hope was that by being on IR last season he could regain some bulk to hold up to the pounding. But now if he wants to drop all that and just keep his speed I think it lowers his value. There’s a chance his kickoff return ability is just so outstanding they keep him around, but can you really waste a roster spot on a 4th/5th RB and kick returner, especially when returners have been devalued due to rule changes?

I’ve never understood the Mallett buzz because assuming other teams have seen what I’ve seen of him in the preseason, I don’t see how any of them think he’s ready to start in the NFL. I think a lot of it is just the Patriots trying to maneuver to move him, but I just don’t get it. He has a cannon arm, but honestly I thought we saw more out of Brian Hoyer in terms of consistency and pocket presence, and he wasn’t even signed right away as a free agent. 

So yeah, I don’t think he’s going anywhere, especially not for anything more than a 4th round pick. You’re right, it makes the most sense to hang on to him. I could see them bringing in another QB this offseason. If Brady is here till 2017 I think the 2015 draft will be the one to watch in terms of trying to find his replacement.

Not really, the depth at running back is still fine. Could mean more of a chance that Woodhead returns, but I expected him to anyway. The only place it might hurt a bit is on kickoff returns where I was hoping we’d get something out of him. He was an intriguing player since he had so much speed but it’s not like he was going to be the 1A running back and carry the load. Would’ve been a nice little toy to play with but the Pats will be fine.