A depth-only practice squad addition with minimal immediate impact on the Patriots roster. Five headlines covered the move, mostly as a footnote in a multi-player practice squad announcement. The timing — ahead of a divisional playoff game — signals an injury-driven emergency need at offensive tackle. Fans largely shrugged, noting Metz is a developmental body rather than a genuine roster upgrade. Metz is unlikely to crack the 53-man roster unless injuries force the Patriots' hand.
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This signing grades out as a significant overpay for the New England Patriots — the team is paying more than the on-field production currently warrants. Lorenz's on-field performance ranks in the bottom quartile among NFL Ts, grading him as an unproven at the position. His $885K average annual value ranks as bargain money for the T market. The concern here is the gap between production and cost — unproven output at bargain money means the team is paying a premium above the player's on-field value. Lorenz is squarely in his prime, which adds to the deal's upside — the team should get multiple productive seasons out of this contract.
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$885K
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$885K
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