15 Babe Parilli, QB, 1961-67: Put up some modern numbers 3,465 yards, 31 touchdowns and 27 interceptions in 1964. Good enough. Malcolm Mitchell could make a bid to take this spot if he's healthy this year. Note: The Patriots highest-profile defensive free-agent signing, Judon will wear the same number he had to Grand Valley State. 93 Richard Seymour The soon-to-be Hall of Famer was another rather easy selection. 24 -- Ty Law, CB, 1995-2004:Darrelle Revis was only here a year, and Stephon Gilmore has a long way to go. AZ, CO, CT, IL, IN, IA, KS, LA, (select parishes), MD, MI, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY, CA-ONT only.Eligibility restrictions apply. The only player to wear that number during his career with the team is Freiermuth. Pepper pulled a classic bait-and-switch, setting it up as if it . As the kids would say, No. The uniform numbers for the. Gino Cappelletti has his No. Sure, it would be great to retire numbers for more players, but then you need triple digit numbers available. If Joe Thuney sticks around, this spot could be his. 69, but only at the start of his career. 88, Jody Fortson, catches a back-shoulder touchdown from quarterback Patrick Mahomes. 73 -- John Hannah, G, 1973-85: Easy pick. 63 Joe Andruzzi, G, 2000-2004: Started all 16 games in each of the three Super Bowl years (2001, 2003, 2004). 36 Lawyer Milloy Former All-Pro safety was the backbone of the 2001 Super Bowl winning defense. Old-timers Tom Fears, Jack Butler, and Len Ford are also part of the club. 50 -- Mike Vrabel, LB, 2001-08:It's tough to leave Rob Ninkovich off this list, but Vrabel's impact on the 2001-2004 Super Bowl teams and All-Pro season in 2007 are tough to beat. Please see our Contributors and Sources page for data source details. 44 -- John Stephens, RB, 1988-92: Stephens had a big season as a rookie, rushing for 1,168 yards en route to a Pro Bowl appearance. The first three taken --Larry Fitzgerald, Roy Williams and (wow, come to think of it) Reggie Williams (wasnt as bad as Id remembered) --took No. 4 -- Adam Vinatieri, K, 1996-2005:Gostkowski may have better numbers, but Vinatieri is second to no one in terms of clutch kicks in Patriots history. I guess just Revis and Gilmore, plus a few scrubs, but still. Too bad we never got to see more of Malcolm Mitchell. Several others changed numbers from a year ago. All three are in the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Played the entire 2011 season after reportedly tearing his ACL in the opener. Side note: Steve Nelson's 57 has not been worn since December 12 . 3 Stephen Gostkowski The guy who replaced legend Adam Vinatieri did so with consistency and class, leaving as the team's all-time leading scorer. 1 Cam Newton Yes, technically Newton hasn't appeared in game yet but with John Smith and Tony Franklin as his main competitors, Cam gets the nod sight unseen. 80. You'll now receive the top Patriots Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. 28, were not. 36 Lawyer Milloy, SS, 1996-2002: No contest here. And the fact that no one wears 20 is the only reason we dont talk about Gino? The Patriot most closely associated with it, however, played another position: New England starting center Pete Brock wore the 58 jersey for 162 games over the 12 seasons from 1976 to 1987. 17 Mike Taliaferro This has been a bit of a cursed number for receivers in recent years so we'll go with the former QB over Aaron Dobson. 58 Pete Brock If Jamie Collins played more than just 2019 wearing 58 we may have a battle, but Brock was a solid center for more than a decade. 12. WR Kenny Britt: #88.May 9, 2018. 90 Toby Williams, DL, 1983-88: Toss up between Williams and Chad Eaton. 81, found itself on a number of greats as well: Tim Brown, Torry Holt, Art Monk and, in the best season of his career, Randy Moss. Fans can now purchase 50/50 Raffle Tickets online! Ridiculously talented. 24 Ty Law The Pro Football Hall of Famer is the pick over Stephon Gilmore and Darrelle Revis. 89 -- Bob Dee, DL, 1960-67: The Patriots Hall of Famer isn't just the best player to wear No. He'd likely be a Hall of Famer if he retired today. I believe that to reissue the number is better than retiring it. 83 -- Wes Welker, WR, 2007-12: Welker only played six seasons in New England, but he's still the franchise's reception leader -- by over 100 catches. Our staff has compiled what the top 'experts' are predicting the New England Patriots will do in the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft. 38 for his first eight NFL seasons. Only four teams have retired No. 33 Kevin Faulk This might be my recency bias kicking in but I give Faulk the edge over Tony Collins, who performed a similar role in the 1980s. He tragically lost his life in a car crash in 2017. The headline is that (shockingly) quarterback Mac Jones wont be wearing No. He made six Pro Bowls over 14 seasons (all as a Patriot). Former first-round pick and two-time Super Bowl champion Ty Warren is the most famous 94 in Patriots history. Expanding the parameters an extra round, 45 of 61 receivers drafted in the first two rounds since 2009 have taken a number between 10 and 19. 45 Otis Smith O-T-I-S was always around the ball during the dynasty's beginning. 65 - James Ferentz: Ferentz has worn two other numbers during his five-year career. 16 -- Jim Plunkett, QB, 1971-75: Before Plunkett won two Super Bowls with the Oakland Raiders, he was a No. Or No. 38 -- Roland James, SS, 1980-90:Brandon Bolden falls a ways behind James, who spent his entire 11-year career in New England. Not a member? Bledsoe, the face of the franchise in the 90s, narrowly edges out the Super Bowl LII hero. 80, a number that is now predominantly worn by tight ends (nine). 18 Randy Vataha Very productive receiver in the Plunkett days gets the nod over special teams captain Matthew Slater. Martin had 3,799 yards and 32 touchdowns in three years with the Pats. 37 -- Rodney Harrison, SS, 2003-08:Came in as a veteran to become an enforcer in the secondary for two Super Bowls. 22 Asante Samuel, CB, 2003-07: Led the NFL with 10 INTs in 2006. 99 Mike Wright, DL, 2005-11: An undrafted free agent who stuck in New England for seven seasons. Bolden played college football at Alabama first alongside Mac Jones, later under Bill OBrien. He is a HOF TE and his time with NE is not rivaled, when healthy he was arguably the best TE ever (Blocker/Receiver). 92 last year with the Patriots. 12, were no-brainers. If you say Julian Edelman I won't argue, but to me Bledsoe was more impactful. I believe that to reissue the number is better than retiring it. As the second player selected by New England in the 2021 NFL Draft, former Alabama defensive tackle Christian Barmore has jersey No. While this makes him the player with the ninth highest cap hit on the team, considering that New England gave up a mid-round draft selection to obtain the 29-year olds services, he can be considered a lock to make the roster alongside fellow tight end Rob Gronkowski. Rashaun Woods picked No. 86 with the Los Angeles Chargers, but changes to 85. He's clearly the choice here over Jeremy Shockey of New Orleans and many others. Edges out Chandler Jones. 26 Raymond Clayborn, CB, 1977-89: A three-time Pro Bowler, Clayborn started 179 career games in New England. 62 -- Ryan Wendell, OL, 2011-15: Another undrafted player who moved up the ladder, Wendell was a full-time starter for three seasons, winning a Super Bowl in 2014. This game is notable as it was the first Bills playoff appearance in 17 seasons. No. He passed away in 2010, and a brain exam revealed that he had suffered from CTE, according to The Boston Globe. The No. Made 44 career starts. New England Patriots roster breakdown: #88 TE MartellusBennett, Report: Patriots to work out free agent wide receiver Slade Bolden. 49 Ralph Anderson, FS, 1973: Started 11 games. Patrick Peterson will sport a new number on his new team. Enjoy. Made his lone Pro Bowl appearance as a rookie. Note: Thurman wore No. 80 -- Troy Brown, WR, 1993-2007: Brown was never a conventional NFL star, but remains a key figure in Patriots history. Terry Glenn. 68 Max Lane Steady if unspectacular performer at tackle on the Patriots Super Bowl XXXI team. 29 -- LeGarrette Blount, RB, 2013, 2014-2016: Outside a brief stint with the Steelers in the middle, Blount was an exciting mix of battering ram and breakaway runner who really shined in 2016, when he led the NFL with 18 touchdowns. 94 with DL Chris Jones. The 722 snaps he played (of 1,077; 67%) were the most of Chicagos skill position players. 84. 75 Vince Wilfork Athletic nose tackles don't grow on trees. Note: Colbert signed with the Patriots last week. Historically, the only players allowed to wear single digits were quarterbacks, kickers and punters. 93 -- DE Jabaal Sheard. He posted 6.0 sacks in 1984. 91 -- Jamie Collins, LB, 2013-2016: Collins emerged as a budding star early in his Patriots career, making the Pro Bowl in 2015. Odds & lines subject to change. 39 -- Sam Cunningham, RB, 1973-79, 81-82:Sam "Bam" Cunningham's 5,453 career rushing yards is still tops in franchise history. 57 -- Steve Nelson, LB, 1974-87:Nelson spent all 14 of his NFL seasons with the Patriots, starting 171 games and making untold amounts of tackles (the NFL didn't track them at that point). 96 Brent Williams In 2007 I would have guaranteed Adalius Thomas a spot but we all know how that turned out. Since 2011, the Bills have worn white for a home game either with their primary uniform or a throwback set. 41 Leroy Mitchell Not much to choose from here. Sign up for the Patriots Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning. 2 before Hoyer re-signed with the Pats. Who's the best Patriots player to wear No. The veteran appeared in his teams first 10 games but sustained a rib injury that forced him to leave the week 11 matchup against the Denver Broncos. Antwine is now a member of the All-AFL team and the Patriots Hall of Fame. 9 Bryan Wagner, P, 1991, 95: Had two unremarkable stints in New England, which is more than anyone else wearing the No. Injuries cut his career short at age 29. 35 Jim Nance Another top-flight performer from the 1960s, Nance remains one of the best running backs in team history. 67 Dan Koppen Koppen's titles tilt the scales in his favor over another solid center, Bill Lenkaitis. Rick Sanford also deserves mentioning, and Chung but his better work has come since returning with No. Williams was very effective in the mid-80s up front. NFL mock draft: Patriots pick a wide receiver in new Mel Kiper Jr. mock. 99. Patriots.com writers Mike Dussault and Evan Lazar share their first mock draft picks of the 2023 offseason as New England prepares for the NFL Draft. Note: Reynolds will wear 51 now that Bentley has changed to No. 2023 Advance Local Media LLC. Steven James Grogan (born July 24, 1953) is a former football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL) for sixteen seasons with the New England Patriots.Steve Grogan. Some numbers in sports need no context for their significance to be understood: No. The running back will enter unrestricted free agency in mid-March. 80. He previously wore 51 in New England. Call 1-800-GAMBLER. 25 Ross O'Hanley Local boy was a stalwart in the 1960s. Made the Pro Bowl in six of them. 11. Pat the Patriot, . 10-19 to be worn by receivers in addition to numbers in the 80s. 60 Garin Veris, DE, 1985-91: Tallied 21 combined sacks in his first two seasons. 81 the past two seasons for the Colts and then Titans. Note: Bourne wore No. For now. 4 Adam Vinatieri, K, 1996-2005: Not as accurate as Gostkowski, but no one in NFL history has deliveredmore clutch kicks. 20 is retired by the Pats. 64 Richard Bishop, DL 1976-81: Made 50 starts at defensive end and defensive tackle. 42 Ronnie Lippett Clayborn's partner at corner was pretty talented in his own right. The QB's former Alabama teammate, Christian Barmore,. The Patriots check off three major needs, headlined by a dynamic weapon in Mike Dussault's first mock draft of the 2023 offseason. 8.). A calendar of important upcoming dates for the NFL and the New England Patriots in 2023. Other key players from the Belichick era have seen their names back on jerseys, including Richard Seymours 93, Ty Laws 24, Tedy Bruschis 54, Troy Browns 80, Adam Vinatieris 4, and Rodney Harrisons 37. 70 -- Logan Mankins, G, 2005-13: One of the best offensive linemen in Patriots history. He finished with 5.5 more sacks with the team than Patriots legend James Harrison (also No. There is probably more to story. 3 Stephen Gostkowski, K, 2006-present: Almost like a Brett Favre/Aaron Rodgers situation. More Cheerleader Photos . The 2004 season was the first in which the league opened up Nos. Last worn by Dion Lewis, number 33 has been a successful one for Patriots running backs over the last few decades: Kevin Faulk played an important role in three Super Bowl victories wearing it and had a franchise Hall of Fame career. 98 -- Dennis Owens, DT, 1982-86: Owens was the starting nose tackle for the Patriots as they made their mid-80s surge, including their 1985 run to the Super Bowl. 7 -- the number he wore at LSU -- in Minnesota. 69, enabling me to put them both on this list. 96 -- Brent Williams, DE, 1986-93: Williams was never a star, but consistent contributed as a pass rusher, posting at least five sacks in each of his first five seasons. Only once did he failed to start every game in a given season. His boat is now called 7 rings. Frequently Asked Questions about the NFL and Football, Pro-Football-Reference.com Blog and Articles, Subscribe to Stathead Football: Get your first month FREE. 71 Ray Hamilton Undersized DL was a playmaker on the interior for the 1970s Patriots. 25 -- Rick Sanford, S, 1979-84:A six-year starter for the Patriots,went on to be a chiropractor in South Carolina. Let's take a look back at who previously wore the newly handed-out numbers over the course of the Patriots' history. 35 -- Jim Nance, FB, 1965-71: Not to be confused with Jim Nantz the broadcaster. What should the Patriots prioritize this offseason in free agency and the draft? 69 -- Shaq Mason, G, 2015-present: Came on slowly as a rookie and has progressed significantly each year on the NFL. 81 -- Randy Moss, WR, 2007-10:A Hall of Famer and the main target on one of the best offenses of all time, Moss was unlike any other receiver in the NFL at the height of his powers. (Meanwhile, poor James White never even had a shot.). That mark still stands as a Patriots record. He posted 6.0 sacks in 1984. 71 -- Ray "Sugar Bear" Hamilton, DL, 1973-81:Hamilton made 117 starts with the Patriots, but is often remember for the infamous phantom roughing the passer call against the Raiders in the 1976 playoffs. 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