Patriots make a deal on day 1 of free agency

I'm more interested in where Joey Porter's gonna wind up; his release was easily the most surprising. Though I guess now that New England's made this move, they're not in the market for Porter, which would leave one of the other 3-4 teams (please don't let Dallas pick this guy up...).

Joey Porter may very well be the biggest impact free agent available on the market. The energy he brings to a field, and the leadership he brings to a defense will be an instant impact to whatever unit he ends up signing with.

I'm betting the 49ers. Shockingly enough, they probably still have enough money for him and their draft. And might I also add: WOOHOO!

I'm betting the 49ers. Shockingly enough, they probably still have enough money for him and their draft. And might I also add: WOOHOO!

Thomas is a huge coup for the Pats. HUGE!

John Clayton had Thomas listed on Cleveland and San Fran's radar, so I'm assuming they'll both take a look at Porter. Although they've both already signed a huge FA contract each, so maybe not.