Quick-hit thoughts around NFL & Pats – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston

When the Patriots lined up Devin McCourty (5-foot-10, 195) next to Steve Gregory (5-11, 200) at safety in 2012, it was one of the NFL’s most undersized duos. Because of this, opposing receivers didn’t often have reason to fear going over the middle. So when news came down Friday that the Arizona Cardinals released hard-hitting safety Adrian Wilson (6-3, 230), it was only natural to wonder if he would be the type of player the Patriots would consider signing, somewhat similar to Rodney Harrison in 2003. The idea of the 33-year-old Wilson perhaps rubbing off on 2012 second-round draft choice Tavon Wilson (6-0, 210) also crossed the mind as well.