New England Patriots: 5 Reasons Why LaMarr Woodley Would Work Out in New England

February 12, 2011   ·   Tony Santorsa   ·   Jump to comments

One of the New England Patriots' top priorities this offseason will be the outside linebacker position. 
As of right now, the Patriots have Tully Banta-Cain, Rob Ninkovich, and Jermaine Cunningham serving the duties of outside linebacker. None of those players should be considered an every down linebacker, and New England needs to address this via the draft or free agency. 
Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker LaMarr Woodley would be a perfect fit for Bill Belichick and his 3-4 defense. 
Rumor has it that the Steelers will place their franchise tag on Woodley, but Woodley and his agent have been very vague on the details. 
If Woodley does enter the free agent market and if there's a new CBA, then New England should do whatever it takes to sign Woodley to a long-term goal.
Here is five reasons why:
 
NOTE: This article was first seen at PatriotsPlus.net.
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