Patriot Roster Moves

The Patriots keep busy during the Free Agency period...

Coming:

Free-agent cornerback Shawn Springs is expected to sign with the Patriots. The 33-year-old Springs would address one of the Patriots' more pressing needs which is cornerback help. Springs (6-0, 207) is a 12-year veteran who was released by the Redskins last week after Washington re-signed DeAngelo Hall. More to follow on this one.

The Patriots have acquired Receiver Greg Lewis from the Philadelphia Eagles. Trade compensation according to league sources, the Patriots give up a 2009 fifth-round pick and, in return, receive Lewis and a 2010 seventh-round pick. One part of this deal that was surely enticing to the Patriots is the economic aspect of it. Lewis, 29 is signed for the next three seasons at reasonable prices -- $650,000 (2009), $670,000 (2010) and $725,000 (2011) -- and the Patriots inherit that contract.

The Patriots formally announced the signings of linebacker Eric Alexander and safety James Sanders.

The Patriots announced that they have re-signed punter Chris Hanson. Hanson joins Tom Malone on the roster at punter. He finished last season strong, delivering one of his finest performances in the wind-blown finale at Buffalo.

Going:

Fullback Heath Evans, who has been a steady presence for the Patriots over the last three-plus seasons, agreed to terms on a deal with the New Orleans Saints. The Patriots presumably wanted Evans to return, but were likely only willing to extend themselves to a certain point. The Saints stretched them to an area they must have not wanted to go.

The Broncos have reached an agreement with Patriots free-agent running back LaMont Jordan. Jordan would be the third Patriot that former New England offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has plucked from his old team, joining long-snapper Lonie Paxton and wide receiver Jabar Gaffney.

The Patriots have waived outside linebacker Darrell Robertson.

Visits:

Cornerback Chris Carr
Quarterback Patrick Ramsey
Reciever Joey Galloway
Center Al Johnson