Fred Wants To Run

I was quite surprised to see RB Fred Taylor say that he wanted to play at least two more seasons. If he does, it won't be with the Pats. After 13 seasons, his wear and tear has shown. He played great at times, but it was difficult to keep him on the field the last two season. The Pats payed him quite well for his lack of production.

His absence from the field was from chronic injuries , but he was counted on for being a big part of the Pats running game. He will end up somewhere. Some team will take a flyer on a back who will be 35 during the upcoming season. He won't be able to play a full schedule, but can be a role player some place for the veteran minimum.

Taylor has spoken candidly about his mortality as a player. He knows the end is near. It must be so difficult to walk away from the game. I'm sure he doesn't want to leave anything behind. He has a chance to move up on the list of all time rushers, if he can stay healthy. I'm sure that is a factor.