One of the more important things that the New England Patriots have to get done is signing guard Logan Mankins to a long term contract.
Well that just became vital on Wednesday.
According to ESPNBoston, via Pro Football Talk, The reason is that Patriots guard Stephen Neal has announced his retirement. That now leaves a big hole for the Patriots to fill with his departure.
Last year Neal missed half the season with a shoulder injury and contemplated retirement before the season started. So, it was a no brainer to him to call it quits this year.
Fortunately, the Patriots have an addition first round pick in April’s upcoming NFL Draft from the Richard Seymour trade last year right before the season.
In the end, as long as the Patriots get Mankins signed they will be fine.