No Deal For Carter

In the Belichick era, there have been a number of players who have parlayed their time in New England into a bigger contract with another team.

Last year, Andre Carter signed a one year contract for $2.75 million. He suffered a season ending injury during the 15th game of the season and missed the rest of the run to the Super Bowl.

Everyone thought the team would resign him , but apparently Carter might be looking for a three or four year deal with money appropriate for the Pro Bowl selection he was last season. There is rumor that the Pats would like to put him on the PUP list for the first six weeks of the season if they sign him.

At the age of 33, he is not getting any younger. He had a great season last year with the Pats. He provided a huge impact on the defensive pass rush with 10 sacks, 51 tackles and two forced fumbles. Coach Belichick has been looking for that type of production since the days of Willie MaGinest.

Foxborough is the best spot for Carter to win a championship, if that's a goal. On the other hand, he could roll the dice and try to make one last payday with a team that might get anywhere.