The Facts:
Following a sterling end to his season, it appeared as though Maroney had finally earned the confidence of the Patriots' coaches to be the featured bell cow in the backfield. Just days ago, though, New England hosted Kevin Jones on a visit, which we're told is a sign that HC Bill Belichick still doesn't fully trust Maroney.
Reported by Pro Football Weekly
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
The team has also expressed some interest in Samkon Gado. ... PFW went on to remind readers that Belichick was critical of Maroney's toughness during the middle portions of the season, believing he took a gratuitously long time recovering from a groin ailment. The Patriots coveted Jones when he was coming out of Virginia Tech in 2004 and were poised to pick him at No. 32 before the Lions took him 30th. The question as to whether he'll be signed will be dependent on his health. If the knee is an issue, then New England will forge ahead with a Maroney/Kevin Faulk/Sammy Morris trio.
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