The Patriots are adding offensive tackle depth."The New England Patriots are expected to sign offensive tackle Jared Veldheer later this week http://www.patriotslockerroom.com/authentic-jordan-richards-jersey , per NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport and Tom Pelissero. Veldheer previously worked out with the Patriots in late April, and now the team is interested in making a roster move since today is the final day before new signings no longer affect 2020 compensatory draft picks.According to Pelissero, Veldheer’s contract is “a 1-year deal worth up to $6.5 million,” which means it’s likely heavily incentive-driven. Still, Veldheer will be able to compete with 2018 first round pick Isaiah Wynn and 2019 third round pick Yodny Cajuste for the starting left tackle position opposite of Marcus Cannon.This deal works out well for both players. The Patriots needed veteran depth at tackle and they weren’t likely to find a player better than Veldheer off the street Stephon Gilmore Jersey , while Veldheer will have an opportunity to prove his value on a 1-year deal before entering free agency in 2020- perhaps in a similar fashion to Trent Brown with a humongous new contract.And if either Wynn or Cajuste win the battle, then that’s great, too. This is a great signing for the Patriots, who have no real roster needs outside of tight end.Preseason week 4 Patriots vs Giants: Quick-hit thoughts on New England’s 17-12 victory in the preseason finale The New England Patriots defeated the New York Giants 17-12 in a rather slow and mostly uneventful preseason finale. The good news: the preseason is now over and the next time the Patriots take the field, the team will look a lot different – with the result hopefully more entertaining. With all that in mind Womens Montee Ball Jersey , let’s still take a quick look back at the game.Danny Etling had some ups and downs – and one spectacular momentWith roster locks Tom Brady and Brian Hoyer both inactive, rookie Danny Etling was given the start at quarterback. His game looked mostly like the rest of his first NFL summer: he had his moments but in general struggled with inaccuracy, foot technique and feel for the pocket. Etling, who completed 18 of 32 for 157 yards as well as a touchdown and two interceptions, also had the game’s signature play when he took a bootleg run 86 yards for a touchdown.Injuries could help decide roster battlesWhile the top of the depth chart appears to be mostly set across the board http://www.patriotslockerroom.com/authentic-troy-niklas-jersey , the battle for the depth spots was still underway today. What may help the coaching staff make decisions is health, as multiple players had to leave the field at one point. While two returned quickly – linebacker Marquis Flowers and safety A.J. Moore were back shortly after exiting the game –, others ended the contest in the locker room: cornerback J.C. Jackson was carted off due to dehydration, offensive lineman Ulrick John injured his foot and was later seen in a walking boot. Jackson should be fine, but John’s roster outlook may have just taken a serious hit.Jason McCourty received more snaps at safetyDuring last week’s game against the Carolina Panthers Ja'Whaun Bentley Jersey , cornerback Jason McCourty lined up at free safety for the first time in his professional career. Today, he continued seeing snaps at the position. With the team set at the top of its cornerback depth chart – Stephon Gilmore and Eric Rowe are the starters at the perimeter, Jonathan Jones and Duke Dawson appear to be the top options in the slot –, the versatility to line up elsewhere could play a big role in helping McCourty make the team.J.C. Jackson stated his case for a roster spotUndrafted rookie J.C. Jackson was named one of our players to watch before the game – and he certainly delivered a noteworthy performance. While not all was perfect, he was active in man coverage and finished the game with two interceptions before leaving it due to the aforementioned dehydration. It was nevertheless an encouraging performance for the cornerback Womens Phillip Dorsett Jersey , who was one of New England’s standout performers during training camp but so far did not live up to the hype during preseason.Players coming off injured reserve received plenty of snapsThree of the Patriots’ higher draft selections of the last two years spent 2017 on injured reserve: defensive linemen Derek Rivers and Vincent Valentine, and cornerback Cyrus Jones. All three were given plenty of opportunities today and played from start to finish. While this could be an indication that they are on the roster bubble, it appears to be more likely – at least in Rivers’ case – that the team simply wanted to give them as much exposure as possible after a year on the sidelines.Preseason is overThe exhibition contests are over and the next time we see the Patriots hit the field is September 9: New England will host the Houston Texans for its regular season opener. Over the next few days, roster cutdowns will decide who will be on the team.