News Flash: The Patriots sign free agent wide receiver Reche Caldwell. The former San Diego Charger is a 4-year veteran with 76-career receptions, good for 950-yards and 7-touchdowns.
Teddy’s Take: Well, at least the Pats are on the free agency scoreboard, though this appears to be more of a field goal than a touchdown.
While very identical to David Givens in size, Caldwell is a completely different receiver, known more for his speed than his hands. Those expecting him to fill Givens’ shoes will most likely be disappointed. It’s more likely Bill Belichick has only made up for the loss of Andre Davis here.
Caldwell’s career totals would be a good year for a number one receiver, but he is only 26-years old and was a 2nd round draft choice out of Florida, so perhaps there’s some upside there. I’d still like to see the Pats make a run at a legit #2 receiver, and the betting here is they will, be it Keyshawn Johnson or possibly Eric Moulds once the Bills release him. Of course, with only Deion Branch, Bethel Johnson and now Caldwell on the roster, New England could very well chase both Keyshawn and Moulds as well as look to add a youngster through the draft.
So what do you think gang? Is this a good signing? Does anyone other than Fantasy Football geeks even know who Caldwell is? For extra credit, what is the proper pronunciation of Reche Caldwell’s first name? (spelled phonetically, of course!)
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