It took a while to learn some meaningful details about the New England Patriots’ first external free agency signing of the month, but we now know that edge Jesse Luketa has joined them on a one-year deal worth $1.145 million.
Based on that information as well as what we know about him as a player, let’s finally grade the move.
Instant grades: Patriots sign ED Jesse Luketa
Bernd Buchmasser: The Patriots have 90 spots on their offseason roster and a boatload of money to fill them. Spending a fraction of that cash on a veteran player who should get
a chance to contribute in the kicking game and offers an extra layer of depth at a thin position is not the worst use of resources. | Grade: C+
Matt St. Jean: Luketa is an interesting enough name to fight for a practice squad spot in New England this summer. Maybe he turns into a quality depth option for you. | C
Pat Lane: Luketa is best known for his voice memo to J.J. Watt when he announced his retirement. There’s a chance that he can make a name for himself in New England, but this looks like nothing more than a flier on a guy who caps out as a special teamer | Grade: D+
What do you think about the Patriots signing Jesse Luketa? Do you like the move? How would you grade it? Please head to the comment section to discuss.
