The Patriots have wasted no time in making a splash in the undrafted rookie free agent market. Last night, they signed Michigan State quarterback Brian Hoyer, and this morning they have signed Navy fullback Eric Kettani and wide receiver Tyree Barnes, as well as Kentucky safety Marcus McClinton.
Kettani is a bruising 230-pound fullback, who is known for his blocking and rushing abilities. Kettani is eighth on Navy's all-time rushing list with 2,091 yards. Barnes is a tall target, a 6-foot-2 receiver who led Navy with 20 receptions and 400 yards in 2008.
McClinton had a great day at the Scouting Combine and Kentucky's Pro Day. Despite that, he was not drafted. McClinton is more of a coverage safety, a nice counteraction to the second-round selection of the hard-hitting Patrick Chung.
Much like Hoyer, the Patriots aren't expecting these three to make immediate impacts, but they add depth to the roster and will engage in some worthwhile battles for roster spots during training camp in August.
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