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March 4, 2026 The MassLive Patriots Newsletter Patriots 5 linebacker free agents the Patriots should sign The Patriots return starters Robert Spillane and Christian Elliss but could target upgrades in free agency By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com Read more Patriots The Patriots can’t afford to pass on Alec Pierce | Karen Guregian The Patriots need to make a legitimate play for Alec Pierce, should the wideout not re-sign with the Colts ahead of free agency next week. By Karen Guregian | KGuregian@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Boston restaurant owner violated license because of Patriots’ party (report) The owner of Estella on Temple Place in Boston is in trouble with the licensing board due to the New England Patriots’ late-night celebration after winning the AFC Championship Game. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Cardinals make decision on QB who they drafted No. 1 in 2019 The Kyler Murray era in Arizona has come to an end. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Will Patriots target WR Alec Pierce after Colts decline franchise tag? Alec Pierce drafted three picks after Tyquan Thornton in 2022, has led the NFL in yards per reception the last two seasons. Will the Patriots try to sign him in free agency? By Mark Daniels | mdaniels@masslive.com MORE    Patriots Super Bowl 60 MVP will test free agent market (report) The Super Bowl 60 MVP will head to free agency. By Lauren Campbell | LCampbell@masslive.com MORE    See more       Introducing Premium Access   Full Access for you — and four more.   Start Today for $1   Subscribe Now   Cancel anytime.