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Wes Welker and New England Patriots fail to reach agreement

July 16th, 2012 3:34 PM
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  • New England Patriots wide receiver Wes Welker attempts to avoid Philadelphia Eagles safety Nate Allen. Mandatory Credit: Howard Smith-US PRESSWIRE

    • The Patriots and receiver Wes Welker were unable to come to terms on a long-term contract before the 4:00 p.m. deadline on Monday, which of course poses the question of whether or not this will be the last season as a Patriot for Tom Brady's favorite target.

    Welker was seeking a long-term contract from the Patriots rather than the one-year deal that his franchise tender brings, but the team was not willing to fork over the kind of money that Welker, 31, is looking for. Since coming to the Patriots in 2007 he has averaged just under 111 (110.8) catches per season, and last season had a career-high nine touchdowns from the slot position. Welker played in all 16 games last season, despite coming off of a torn ACL, and he has never played in fewer than 14 games since joining the team.

    If the Patriots do not place the franchise tag on Welker again at the end of next season (which will come with a significantly higher price tag since it would be two years in a row), he will become an unrestricted free agent, which would make him even more difficult to sign. Welker is one of New England’s best offensive weapons, and plays key snaps on the special teams, averaging over 10 yards per punt return last season. The Patriots have added Brandon Lloyd and Donte' Stallworth to increase their depth at the receiver position, but fans will be disappointed if Welker does not return after next season.

    The New England Patriots and wide receiver Wes Welker failed to reach an agreement on a long-term contract.

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