JuJu Smith-Schuster projects as a smoother fit in the Patriots’ offense as a big slot receiver.

A day after Jakobi Meyers leaves for the Raiders, New England agrees with JuJu Smith-Schuster on a three-year, $33 million contract.

Jakobi Meyers, New England’s leading receiver for the past three seasons, reunites with Coach Josh McDaniels in Las Vegas.

Jones, who has four interception last season, agrees to a two-year deal.

Devin McCourty played 13 seasons for the Patriots, winning three Super Bowls and becoming a ‘pillar of professionalism,’ according to Bill Belichick.

Releasing Brian Hoyer, 37, will leave just two quarterbacks on New England’s roster – Mac Jones and Bailey Zappe.

McGinest faces a maximum of eight years in prison following a December incident at an L.A. nightclub.

With a lackluster group of free agents and an unimpressive draft class, New England might need to swing a trade to fill one of its most glaring needs.

COMMENTARY: Already, the team’s owner has had his fingerprints all over changes in the offensive coaching staff after a mediocre 2022 season.

Special teams captain Matthew Slater, 37, pushes off retirement for at least one more year.