Trading Logan Mankins for Tim Wright Gives Pats Much-Needed Depth at ‘Move’ TE

August 26, 2014   ·   Erik Frenz   ·   Jump to comments

Ever since the New England Patriots released tight end Aaron Hernandez after he was arrested for allegedly murdering Odin Lloyd in June 2013, the search has been on for more depth at tight end. Apparently, they are ready to take drastic measures to bring that search to an end.
On Tuesday, the Patriots traded Pro Bowl left guard Logan Mankins to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers for tight end Tim Wright and a draft pick, according to Jay Glazer of Fox Sports. ESPN's Adam Schefter later confirmed that the pick will be a fourth-rounder from Tampa Bay.
Wright entered the league as an undrafted free agent last season and immediately made his mark. He led all rookie tight ends in receptions with 54 and in receiving yards with 571. He also had five receiving touchdowns, ranking second among all rookie tight ends. 
His pass-catching prowess is no coincidence; tight end is not his natural position. Former Buccaneers head coach Greg Schiano moved him to tight end after signing hi...

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