Brandon Lloyd Fantasy News

Aaron Dobson could start immediately
Tuesday, May 7, 2013, 11:57am

The Patriots have not had a receiver with Aaron Dobson's sort of size and speed combination during either of the past two seasons.

What makes Dobson intriguing is the ability to be a factor on the perimeter and after the catch. The Patriots relied on Brandon Lloyd as a perimeter target in 2012, but Lloyd's limited run-after-catch ability limited the offensive explosiveness. While Dobson is just a sufficient make-you-miss runner, he has the acceleration, straight-line speed and contact strength to explode up the field vertically.

On paper, it would appear that Dobson has landed in a role conducive to early playing time and production.

Patriots cut Brandon Lloyd
Saturday, March 16, 2013, 5:19pm

Brandon Lloyd reportedly was willing to take a pay cut in order to stay with the New England Patriots, but that won't be enough to keep him around.

The Patriots released Lloyd on Saturday after only one season with the team, a club source told NFL.com's Albert Breer. The team later confirmed Lloyd's release.

NFL.com's Ian Rapoport reported that it's possible Lloyd will return at a lesser salary. Lloyd was due a $3 million roster bonus after a season in which Lloyd caught 74 passes for 911 yards and four touchdowns, but it was clear he wasn't going to get that bonus.

Lloyd didn't provide the vertical threat that the Patriots were hoping for, and there were reports that his erratic behavior was not a great fit in the locker room. His potential future in New England could depend on what else the Patriots get accomplished in free agency.

Patriots sign Donald Jones to a three-year deal
Friday, March 15, 2013, 12:56pm

Former Bills WR Donald Jones has agreed to terms on a three-year contract with the New England Patriots, according to a person informed of the talks between the sides. The person spoke to USA TODAY Sports on condition of anonymity because the deal hasn't been finalized and signed.

Broncos sign Wes Welker to a two-year deal
Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 5:03pm

And there it is: what many in New England thought wouldn't happen has. Wes Welker has left the Patriots. He signed with the Broncos.

Thursday, February 28, 2013, 10:44am

Patriots WR Brandon Lloyd is widely assumed to be on his way out of town because the team is unlikely to pick up a $3 million option bonus it appears must be exercised by March 31. As of yesterday, agent Tom Condon hasn’t had any communication with the Patriots about Lloyd. And more damning is that, according to associates of Lloyd, he has had no communication with the man who strongly advocated bringing him to New England, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.

What is most damning though is that the cost to retain Lloyd, at a time when every veteran Pats receiver besides Matthew Slater is slated to become a free agent, is minimal.

Patriots may part ways with "erratic" Brandon Lloyd
Wednesday, February 27, 2013, 9:47am

Odds are against Brandon Lloyd’s $3 million option bonus being picked up. There is still a lot of internal debate about what to do considering the Patriots literally couldn’t line up tomorrow at receiver. Lloyd’s erratic behavior in the locker room and on the practice field proved tiresome, according to a league and team source. If they cut Lloyd, that would save the Patriots $4.9 million against the cap this season, though there will be $2 million in dead money that can be spread out over two years. The team was smart to build in protection with Lloyd.

Gronk returns for Pats; Welker, Lloyd, Hernandez active
Sunday, December 30, 2012, 3:09pm

Patriots Inactives
Kamar Aiken WR
Jake Bequette DE
Marquice Cole DB
Alfonzo Dennard CB
Nate Ebner DB
Nick McDonald G
Markus Zusevics T

Report: Rob Gronkowksi won't play vs. Jaguars
Friday, December 21, 2012, 12:07pm

Patriots TE Rob Gronkowski will not play on Sunday in Jacksonville, according to a league source.

Gronk OUT, Loyd, Welker, Hernandez IN for SNF
Sunday, December 16, 2012, 7:16pm

Patriots Inactives
Jake Bequette DE
Ron Brace DT
Rob Gronkowski TE
Derrick Martin DB
Tracy White OLB
Markus Zusevics T