NFL free agency is upon us as the legal tampering begins Monday. Follow along with live updates around the league as well as what the Patriots decide to do on Day 1.

Just over a month removed from their 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, the start of the 2026 NFL year is within sight for theNew England Patriots. Despite an expectation-shattering performance in 2025,

The New England Patriots officially tendered fullback/tight end Jack Westover as an exclusive rights free agent, according to MassLive's Mark Daniels on Monday. That means Westover can't enter negotiations with other teams, and he must either sign his tender or sit out the season.

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The New England Patriots have already been active in free agency. And it's just Monday of the opening week, with the negotiating window having opened at 12 noon. Signings can't become official until Wednesday.

At 12 p.m. ET on Monday, March 9, teams are permitted to contact and enter into contract negotiations with unrestricted free agents. And then, beginning at 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday, March 11, the free agency signing period begins, with the 2026 league year officially beginning.

The Patriots made one final splash signing on the first day of free agency, agreeing to a deal with offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker late Monday night, per NFL Media. ESPN first reported it’s a three-year, $42 million contract worth up to $48 million.

The New England Patriots are parting in ways with a longtime mainstay on defense in advance of the 2026 NFL year.

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The New England Patriots are eager to defend both their division and conference titles during the upcoming NFL season.