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Tony Fiammetta signs with Patriots

Found March 27, 2012 on 60 Max Power O: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Tony Fiammetta,  Lousaka Polite,  Spencer Larsen
TEAMS: Dallas Cowboys,  New England Patriots
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Former Dallas Cowboys Fullback Tony Fiammetta has agreed to terms with the Patriots, according to league sources. As of writing, details of the contract were not available. The Patriots also released FB Lousaka Polite. This is the second fullback signed in free agency. They picked up former Broncos fullback/linebacker Spencer Larsen last week. Fiammetta, 25 was a restricted free agent and the Cowboys decided not to tender him for $1.26 million, instead trying to sign him for less money. Fiammetta chose to test the free agent market instead.  Fiammetta, 6', 242 lbs, was drafted in the fourth round by Carolina out of Syracuse. Related articles Patriots sign Safety Steve Gregory (60maxpowero.com) Brady's backup Brian Hoyer signs tender, back for another year (60maxpowero.com) Depth charge: Patriots continue free agency pick-ups, adding TE Daniel Fells (60maxpowero.com) One for the team: Tom Brady restructures contract, gives Patriots more cap space (...
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