Vrabel returns to New England with 14 years of experience as an NFL player and another 12 years as a coach. He’s seen how different quarterbacks can lift a locker room. So in one of his first meetings with Maye, Vrabel made a point to deliver a message to his young quarterback.

Maye made only 12 starts as a rookie, so it's to be expected that he'll endure sophomore setbacks this coming fall as he works to improve as both a player and a leader.

The New England Patriots made sure to spend in various places during this free agency class to improve the outlook on the defensive side of the football. However, none of their additions stick out more than the acquisition of former Philadelphia Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams.