The New England Patriots are making a wise move this trade deadline, adding one of the best backup quarterbacks in the NFL

At the end of a hectic first day of the NFL’s free agency period — known as the “legal tampering window” — the New England Patriots corrected a major roster deficiency, loading up on defensive free agent talent — including Super Bowl champion interior lineman Milton Williams,

Monday was a big day in the rebuilding of the Patriots franchise, as the team committed to an NFL-high $283 million in new contracts, including $104 million for defensive lineman Milton Williams and $60 million for cornerback Carlton Davis.