Rumored Suitor For Patriots Wideout Opts For Different Trade

What Happened?

The New England Patriots have been rumored to be interested in trading wide receiver N'Keal Harry since the start of the offseason. Harry, a former first-round pick, has failed to live up to expectations in New England and has fallen out of favor with the coaching staff.

One of the teams that has been linked to Harry in trade rumors is the Las Vegas Raiders. The Raiders are in need of a wide receiver after trading Davante Adams to the Green Bay Packers earlier this offseason.

However, it appears that the Raiders have opted for a different trade target at wide receiver. According to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport, the Raiders are finalizing a trade with the Jacksonville Jaguars for wide receiver Zay Jones.

What Does This Mean For The Patriots?

The Raiders' decision to trade for Jones instead of Harry is a setback for the Patriots. New England is still looking to trade Harry, but it may be more difficult to find a suitor now that one of his potential landing spots is no longer an option.

The Patriots may have to lower their asking price for Harry in order to move him. It is also possible that the Patriots will have to keep Harry on the roster for the 2022 season if they are unable to find a trade partner.

What's Next?

The Patriots will continue to look for a trade partner for Harry, but it may be difficult to find one now that the Raiders have opted for a different trade target. The Patriots may have to lower their asking price for Harry or keep him on the roster for the 2022 season.