Coaching changes, cap decisions, and bold defensive trade ideas

The Patriots are entering a pivotal offseason highlighted by promoting ILB coach Zak Kuhr to full-time defensive coordinator while reassessing roster needs, especially on defense and in the secondary. Reports suggest they may move on from a recently acquired Pro Bowl defender and are being urged to avoid several high-profile but risky free agents despite ample cap space. At the same time, wideout Mack Hollins is back healthy, and speculation swirls around a blockbuster trade proposal for Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby. Together, these moves and rumors underscore a potential defensive retooling and broader roster reset in New England.