The Patriots have a need at the position after LeGarrette Blount signed with the Steelers, but there is doubt that they’d be aggressive suitors for Johnson, in part because of his limitations in pass protection and how highly the team values that skill with its backs. Just don’t see the Patriots getting into any type of bidding competition at a position they have shied away from spending even moderate dollars the last two years.
Which team signs former Tennessee Titans running back Chris Johnson? – ESPN
Reiss thinks Chris Johnson is a long-shot for the Pats. I do think they have a need at running back still after missing out on both Blount and Moreno. They had Michael Bush in for a visit earlier this week. Running back is slowly shaping up to be a solid need in the draft.