JONATHAN FANENE RUMORS

Jonathan Fanene's Samoan Heritage Helped Him Become Hardworking Player Who Will Be Popular With Patriots

FOXBORO, Mass. -- It took five words for Jonathan Fanene to describe why he'll be so respected in New England. The defensive lineman, who signed a three-year deal with the Patriots in March, was asked Tuesday about his native American Samoa, which has produced a number of successful NFL players. Point blank: How does such a small island send so many solid players to the NFL?...
Via NESN.com  |  26 days ago

Jonathan Fanene Credits Chad Ochocinco Will Acclimation to Patriots' Way of Life

FOXBORO, Mass. -- Defensive lineman Jonathan Fanene has adjusted easily to New England, mostly because his dedicated work ethic jives with everything the Patriots do at Gillette Stadium. He's also gotten some help from wide receiver Chad Ochocinco, who was with Fanene in Cincinnati for six seasons. "I talked to him a little bit last week," Fanene said Tuesday. "...
Via NESN.com  |  26 days ago

The Newest Patriot - Jonathan Fanene - DL (by...

The Newest Patriot - Jonathan Fanene - DL (by PatriotsRazorDotCom) Wow I sure do like the looks of this guy! Without Myron Pryor and Mike Wright last year the Pats lacked any real interior pass rush threat and it looks like Fanene will give them some of that presence back.
Via Pats Propaganda  |  March 15, 2012

Patriots Sign DL Jonathan Fanene

The New England Patriots have agreed to terms with former Cincinnati Bengals defensive lineman Jonathan Fanene.
Via nwe.scout.com  |  March 15, 2012

New England Inks Fanene

Former Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Jonathan Fanene has left the Queen City for the chance at a title in Foxboro with the New England Patriots. Fanene’s deal is reportedly for three years and $12 million with a signing bonus of just under $4 million. Fanene, is 6-foot-4, 290 lbs. and 29 years old and a native of American Somoa. He had 6.5 sacks in 2011 and 6 sacks in 2010...
Via Sox and Dawgs  |  March 14, 2012

New England Patriots Sign Defensive Tackle Jonathan Fanene To 3 Year Deal

The New England Patriots made their first free agency move of the 2012 NFL Offseason.  Earlier today the New England Patriots Jonathan Fanene to a 3 year deal for the New England Patriots. This seems like the classic Belichick free agency move.  Sign some no name journeyman with a huge chip on their shoulder.  Then Belichick finds some way to motivate that player making him great...
Via Rant Sports  |  March 14, 2012

Breaking News: Patriots Sign DL Jonathan Fanene

The New England Patriots and former Cincinnati Bengals defensive linemen Jonathan Fanene have agreed to terms on a contract.  The 30-year-old’s contract is said to be three years but there has been no report on the finical numbers.  Fanene is 6’4” and weighs 292 lbs and is pretty versatile as he played just about any position in Cinci’s 4-3 defense the past few seasons...
Via Patriots Plus  |  March 14, 2012

Report: Jonathan Fanane Joins Patriots, Who Will Benefit From Toughness, Versatility

The Patriots landed a very sturdy defensive lineman to create some momentum in free agency. New England signed defensive lineman Jonathan Fanene to a three-year contract, according to multiple reports, and the 6-foot-4, 292-pounder has been a very disruptive pass rusher for some good defensive lines in Cincinnati. Fanene is a tough player who can line up at just about any position...
Via NESN.com  |  March 14, 2012

DE Jonathan Fanene Joins Patriots On Three-Year Deal

The New England Patriots have acquired Cincinnati Bengals veteran free agent defensive end Jonathan Fanene on a three-year contract, according to a league source with knowledge of the situation. The move should upgrade their defensive line. Fanene, 29, is highly regarded around the NFL for his toughness and versatility. He recorded a career-high 6 1/2 sacks while excelling in the...
Via GridironFans.com  |  March 14, 2012

Free Agency: Meriweather, Fanene to Denver?

NFL teams will be free to begin singing unrestricted free agents on Tuesday, March 13th starting at 4 (p.m.).  The Denver Broncos may be signing several players during the free agency period, including a safety. The Denver Post’s Mike Klis reports that the team is looking for a thump-er, and suggests former Patriots’ safety Brandon Meriweather as a possible free agent...
Via BroncoTalk  |  February 29, 2012
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