The New England Patriots are likely to face several decisions this offseason regarding improvements to their offensive line, and Fox Sports NFL reporter Greg Auman has some suggestions for tackling this challenge.
Auman predicted that the Patriots would sign free-agent guard Isaac Seumalo from the Pittsburgh Steelers to bolster their roster.
“Seumalo, 32, graded out as Pro Football Focus’s No. 16 guard as he wrapped up a three-year, $24 million deal,” Auman wrote on Saturday. “He made the Pro Bowl in 2024, so the question is whether he can command more at 32 than he did at 29.
“Does a coaching change in Pittsburgh impact his likelihood to return there? Mike Tomlin is out of football, and Arthur Smith went to the college ranks, but one option is his line coach, Pat Meyer, who is now in Buffalo and might need a reliable guard if David Edwards signs elsewhere.”
Seumalo has been in the NFL since 2016, starting his career with the Philadelphia Eagles before joining the Steelers in 2023.
The 32-year-old guard would be a solid option for the Patriots, as he’s capable of playing both left and right guard positions.
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