N’Keal Harry is trying to force Patriots to trade him
Through N’Keal Harry’s first two seasons, he’s struggled to find his footing with the New England Patriots.
The former 2019 first-round pick has yet to live up to his potential, creating doubt around his long-term future. As Harry moves through the offseason, his agent has publicly demanded a trade on behalf of his client, according to ESPN.
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“For the past several months, I have been working in cooperation with the Patriots behind the scenes to put a plan in place to allow N’Keal to thrive in New England. Through two seasons, he has 86 targets, which obviously hasn’t met the expectations the Patriots and N’Keal had when they drafted a dominant downfield threat who was virtually unstoppable at the point of attack in college.
“Following numerous conversations with the Patriots, I believe it’s time for a fresh start and best for both parties if N’Keal moves on before the start of training camp. That is why I have informed the Patriots today I am formally requesting a trade on behalf of my client,” agent Jamal Tooson said in the statement.”
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There had previously been no talk of his disgruntlement with his standing in New England. Harry is searching for an opportunity to utilize his skill as a down-the-field playmaking ability.
The Patriots’ offseason acquisitions of Nelson Agholor and Kendrick Bourne likely pushed him further down the depth chart. The Arizona State product hasn’t shown that in his brief time with the Patriots.
New England will likely explore the trade market to see what asset they can land in exchange for the 23-year-old.
