Tag: Patrick Chung

Report: Patriots, Patrick Chung agree to two-year extension

Patrick Chung and the Patriots agreed to a two-year extension through 2023.

The New England Patriots and safety Patrick Chung have agreed to a two-year extension through 2023, according to ESPN’s Field Yates.

Chung, 32, has been with the team for 10 of his 11 seasons in the NFL. He’s been a core piece in New England’ secondary — which was arguably the best in the NFL last season. Chung finished 2019 off with 51 tackles and three passes deflected in 12 games played.

The deal includes $3 million to sign and $12.8 million over the next four years, according to Yates. Chung cashed in on nearly $34 million during his entire career and this deal will likely finish off time in the league.

With the deal, the Patriots will create $925 thousand in cap space.

The Patriots have some depth at the safety position with Chung, Devin McCourty, Adrian Phillips, Terrence Brooks and the rookie Kyle Dugger. Chung will be a leader for the new players and continue to anchor the secondary alongside McCourty.

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The Adrian Phillips signing might mean less playing time for 2 Patriots

He’s definitely not Duron Harmon’s replacement.

New England Patriots safety Adrian Phillips is not Duron Harmon’s replacement. It just so happened that Phillips’ signing occurred within 24 hours of Bill Belichick’s decision to send Harmon to the Detroit Lions. But they don’t seem to be too deeply related.

Yes, Phillips plays the same position as Harmon, nominally. They are both safeties. Harmon was more of a free safety in 2019, working in the deep half of the defense, where he served as a ballhawk. That’s not really Phillips. He is a bigger, bruising safety who is just as likely to line up inside the box as he is to cover a tight end. Sound familiar?

Patrick Chung does that already in the Patriots’ defense. Chung has long been a versatile defensive back, who is just as competent as a run-defender as he is in coverage. The Patriots often use Chung as a hybrid linebacker, which is no small feat for a 210-pound defensive back. When Chung dealt with injuries, the team turned to Terrance Brooks, who wasn’t entirely dependable in that role. Brooks, largely a special teams player with the New York Jets, saw 27 percent of defensive snaps. Chung got 63 percent of defensive snaps.

It’s likely both of their roles will get scaled back. For Chung, the Patriots surely respect both his age, 32, and his physical playing style. Fewer snaps during the regular season could help him play more in the postseason. After Brooks’ struggles, the Patriots may want an upgrade for their backup strong safety.

Devin McCourty will get a huge workload as the team’s top free safety. He’s most likely to take on Harmon’s snaps.

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Patrick Chung on Tom Brady’s decision: ‘He can do whatever he wants’

“(It’s) not weird.”

New England Patriots safety Patrick Chung isn’t outwardly fazed by Tom Brady’s decision on his future.

Brady is a pending free agent, and will be free to negotiate will the other 31 teams on March 16, when the tampering period opens. (He can sign on March 18 when the free agency officially opens.) But it seems Chung is keeping his cool while he witnesses Brady considering leaving his team of 20 years.

“(It’s) not weird,” Chung told reporters on Wednesday, via NESN’s Zach Cox. “It’s just something we can’t control, and we can’t worry about things we can’t control. He’s a grown man. He can do whatever he wants to make sure his family and his foundation are set. That’s all I’m going to say about that. It’s out of my control.”

Chung couldn’t contain his emotions quiet as well when he was asked about his position-mate, safety Devin McCourty, who is also a pending free agent.

“I’d love to have him back,” Chung said. “(He’s one of) my friends here. But it’s the same thing. He has to do whatever he has to do to take care of himself. So whatever decision that is, I’m going to back him fully.”

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Patrick Chung’s drug charges dismissed after deal with prosecutors

Patrick Chung’s cocaine charges he obtained in a June incident have been conditionally dismissed.

Patrick Chung’s cocaine charges he obtained in a June incident have been conditionally dismissed.

The New England Patriots safety agreed to a deal with prosecutors in Belknap county. ESPN’s Adam Schefter shared the court documentation on Monday.

He must remain on good behavior for two years, submit to periodical drug tests and perform 40 hours of community service. In regards to good behavior — Chung cannot commit a misdemeanor, felony or a major motor vehicle offense.

Chung, 32, is signed with the Patriots through the 2021 season and will remain a vital part of their secondary. He’s been in the NFL for 11 seasons and spent 10 of those years in New England.

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Patriots S Patrick Chung (ankle) exits playoff game vs. Titans

Chung limped off the field in the first quarter.

New England Patriots safety Patrick Chung exited his team’s wild-card playoff game against the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night at Gillette Stadium.

Chung appeared to suffer the injury on a 5-yard run by running back Derrick Henry during the first quarter. He limped off the field and into the blue tent before retreating to the team’s locker room for further evaluation. He was ruled questionable to return in the second quarter.

As soon as Chung stepped off the field, the Titans targeted his replacement, safety Terrence Brooks, for a touchdown to tight end Anthony Firkser. That gave the Titans the lead in the first quarter.

We’ll keep you updated in the event Chung returns.

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Eagles vs. Patriots: Live blog and scoring drive updates

The New England Patriots (8-1) are visiting the Philadelphia Eagles (5-4) in a game that could catapult the Eagles to a playoff run.

The New England Patriots (8-1) are visiting the Philadelphia Eagles (5-4) in a game that could catapult the Eagles to a playoff run. Tom Brady and company are looking for revenge after the 41-33 loss in Super Bowl LII.

With kickoff just minutes away, here are your live scoring updates and play by play analysis.

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Patriots’ Patrick Chung out in Week 11; N’Keal Harry will make NFL debut

The Patriots’ dynamic safety will not play.

The New England Patriots will be without starting safety Patrick Chung on Sunday against the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11 at Lincoln Financial Field. But there’s good news for New England: N’Keal Harry, a 2019 first-round pick, will make his NFL debut.

The other Patriots’ inactives include RB Damien Harris, OT Korey Cunningham, QB Cody Kessler, DT Byron Cowart, WR Gunner Olszewski, TE Ryan Izzo. Olszewski (Ankle/Hamstring) was listed on the injury report with Harris (Hamstring).

Safety Nate Ebner (Ankle/Back), tight end Matt LaCosse (Knee), defensive tackles Danny Shelton (Ankle) and defensive end John Simon (Elbow) were listed as questionable but will play on Sunday.

Here’s a look at the Eagles’ inactives, which include receiver Alshon Jeffery, running back Jordan Howard and linebacker Nigel Bradham.

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Eagles’ TE’s could have huge day vs. Patriots with Patrick Chung ruled out

Patriots rule out safety Patrick Chung vs. Eagles

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The Philadelphia Eagles were already starting to become tight end dominant in the passing game, and with Patriots star safety Patrick Chung being ruled out for Sunday, 12 personnel could be the formation of choice.

New England ruled out Chung for Sunday’s road game against the Philadelphia Eagles due to injuries to his heel and chest.

Veteran safety Duron Harmon will get the start in his place.

With the Eagles having the best tight end tandem in the NFL, Bill Belichick and company can expect to see a ton of Zach Ertz and Dallas Goedert on the field together.

During the last meeting between these two teams, Ertz had seven catches for 67 yards and a touchdown in the Eagles thrilling Super Bowl LII victory against New England.

With Alshon Jeffery also out of this game, it’ll be pertinent for Carson Wentz to develop a rhythm with both guys early on, helping to open up things for JJ Arcega-Whiteside and Miles Sanders.

Expect New England to dabble with a different scheme on Sunday, entrusting All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore with the job of slowing down Zach Ertz. Until Nelson Agholor, Jordan Matthews or Arcega-Whiteside can prove themselves as viable threats on the outside, Gilmore will likely be best served to shadow Ertz on Sunday and forcing someone else on the Eagles offense to beat New England.

That man could end up being Goedert, who has the skill level to take advantage of any mismatch presented to him.

Patrick Chung, John Simon are among 7 Patriots questionable for Week 11

A handful of starters are questionable.

The New England Patriots have a handful of starters listed as questionable for their Week 11 contest against the Eagles in Philadelphia on Sunday.

In Friday’s injury report, the Patriots listed seven players as questionable: RB Damien Harris (hamstring), WR Gunner Olszewski (ankle/hamstring), TE Matt LaCosse (knee), DT Danny Shelton (ankle), DE John Simon (elbow), S Patrick Chung (heel/chest), S Nate Ebner (ankle/back). The entire group was listed as limited in practice on Friday. Harris and Olszewski were new additions to the injury report on Friday.

No Patriots were ruled out. The Eagles, meanwhile, ruled out receiver Alshon Jeffery, running back Darren Sproles, and linebacker Nigel Bradham.

This marks the first game since Week 3 that Julian Edelman has entered a game without an injury status. He had been dealing with chest and shoulder issues. That’s a sign of progress for the receiver. Rookie receiver N’Keal Harry was also healthy for the entirety of the week. The 2019 first-rounder could make his NFL debut in Week 11 after starting the season on injured reserve.

New England (8-1) and Philadelphia (5-4) will kick off on Sunday at 4:25 p.m.

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Patrick Chung among 3 Patriots limited on injury report for Week 11

A short injury report after the bye.

Safety and special teams standout Nate Ebner (ankle/back) didn’t participate in the New England Patriots’ practice on Wednesday in preparation for the Philadelphia Eagles in Week 11, the team announced in an injury report.

Safety Patrick Chung (heel/chest), tight end Matt LaCosse (knee) and defensive tackle Danny Shelton (ankle) were limited. That marks a return to practice for Chung, who had missed the previous two sessions.

The Patriots have two more practices left in the week, and will assign their injury designations on Friday. They play the Eagles at 4:25 p.m. in Philadelphia this Sunday.

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