The Facts: The Patriots announced Wednesday they have signed Patten to a one-year contract, reuniting with a player that won three Super Bowls with the franchise.
Diehards Line:Patten played in 54 regular-season and six playoff games with the Patriots from 2001-2004. He caught a touchdown pass from Tom Brady in the 20-17 upset of the St. Louis Rams in the 2002 Super Bowl. After leaving New England, the 35-year-old played for Washington and New Orleans. He was out of football in 2009 after being released by the Browns in training camp. He'll get a chance to make the squad this fall but but clearly isn't a lock to do so.