Weeks after signing a huge four-year deal with the New York Giants, former Patriots left tackle Nate Solder is opening up about his departure from the Patriots. The now-highest-paid offensive lineman spent his first seven seasons with New England, winning two Super Bowls and playing in four. He was active in the community, and Patriots fans continually shared their support for his family as his young son, Hudson, has battled renal cancer. The 29-year-old attended Matt Light’s charity event on Thursday and spoke to Boston 25’s Butch Sterns, saying although he’s excited for the opportunity with the Giants, there are many “tough goodbyes.” St... NESN.com
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What Patriots Typically Value At Offensive Line In NFL Scouting Combine
Share this: Running backs will draw most of the attention at the NFL Scouting Combine on Friday, but the offensive linemen deserve some attention, too. The Patriots certainly have a type when it comes to running backs, but their drafting trends are less obvious at offensive tackle and along the interior offensive line. The Patriots generally draft heavier offensive tackles with above-average lateral quickness, vertical explosion and strength. Many would assume the Patriots prefer more athletic offensive tackles because of Nate Solder and Sebastian Vollmer, but that historically hasn’t been the case. At guard and center, the Patriots value athleticism much more highly. Guards and centers drafted by the Patriots have above average speed, agility and lateral quickness. Starting guards Joe Thuney and Shaq Mason