Charles Clay, TE

The Patriots haven’t found an answer at tight end since losing Rob Gronkowski to free agency at the end of the 2018 season. Matt LaCosse and Ryan Izzo attempted to produce last season, but that didn’t work out. Belichick drafted Devin Asiasi and Dalton Keene this year and they both could be contributors by the start of the season.

They’re missing a veteran guy to lead the group and come up in crucial moments. Charles Clay, 31, could come in on a cheaper contract and fill that hole. He’s been extremely durable over his nine NFL seasons and finished last season with 18 catches for 237 yards and a touchdown. The addition of Clay would solidify an up and coming tight end group for New England.

Damon Harrison, DL

As aforementioned, the Patriots could use one more veteran guy to clog up the defensive line. Damon Harrison, 31, would be a higher-priced guy that could change the complexion of New England’s defensive line. He’s a run-stuffing threat that was under the tutelage of Matt Patricia last season.

Harrison began his career with the New York Jets and Belichick has plenty familiarity with his game.