With rumors of the Patriots trying to trade Wynn, the Patriots expressed a vote of confidence in Yodny Cajuste, Michael Onwenu, and Justin Herron to play right tackle. The Patriots reshuffled their line in an effort to keep Mac Jones upright this season and kept several linemen reserves. Pass protection was a focus for the Patriots this off-season.
Offensive Linemenĭavid Andrews, Trent Brown, Isaiah Wynn, Michael Onwenu, Cole Strange, Yodny Cajuste, Justin Herron, Chasen Hines Asiasi and fellow 2020 draftee Dalton Keane were both cut, perhaps putting the Patriots in the market to draft a tight end in 2023. As for those who did not make it, Devin Asiasi’s stint with the Patriots is over, and it is another reminder of some of the Patriots drafting woes. Although Henry developed a connection with Mac Jones in the red zone last season, Smith is looking to rebound in 2022. Returning from last season are Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith.
