Patriots re-sign RB Rex Burkhead

Known sometimes as GOAThead to his friends, RB Rex Burkhead has inked a multi-year deal to remain with the New England Patriots.

Fantasy Impact: 

Dion Lewis is off to Tennessee, but the Patriots' backfield remains clogged, with Burkhead, Mike Gillislee, and James White. In his first season as a Patriot, Burkhead scored a combined eight touchdowns (five rushing, three receiving) and combined for 100 touches. Until we get clarity on New England's running back pecking order, Burkhead will just be an interesting name to keep tabs on this offseason.

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