3 years agoESPN Boston's Mike Reiss lists New England Patriots linebackers Dont'a Hightower, Ja'Whaun Bentley and Jamie Collins Sr., offensive tackle Trent Brown and cornerback J.C. Jackson as those impending free agents more likely to depart the team this offseason. Hightower could be a landing spot in Pittsburgh due to his Brian Flores connection. He's heading into his age-32 season and had 64 tackles (39 solo), four QB hits and only 1.5 sacks in 15 regular season games in 2021. The two-time Pro Bowler has spent all nine of his NFL seasons with the Patriots, but New England rarely re-signs veteran players late in their careers.--Keith Hernandez - RotoBaller
Source: ESPN Boston - Mike Reiss