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Found February 10, 2012 on NESN.com: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Wes Welker,  Deion Branch,  Matthew Slater,  Chad Ochocinco
TEAMS: New England Patriots

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Editor's note: Jeff Howe will review each position on the Patriots' roster every day through Feb. 13. This edition highlights the wide receivers. The wide receiver position could look drastically different in New England next season, as Wes Welker, Deion Branch and Matthew Slater are all free agents and Chad Ochocinco isn't necessarily a lock to return. With these contract situations, an intriguing crop of draft picks and a host of talented players on the free-agent market, the Patriots have more decisions to make at this position than any other during the offseason. Wide Receivers on Final Roster: Wes Welker,...
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