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The Patriots have confirmed the signing of LB Victor Hobson today, a deal that is for one year. In the press release announcing the move, coach Bill Belichick said: "Victor is a good young player with considerable playing experience. We are excited about his addition to our linebacker unit." [link]

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Daily Links: Who’s Are the Jets Evaluating?
Published 4/8/2008 by Bassett at thejetsblog.com
JetsCentral looks at all the draftees to which the Jets are planning to talk. MDS writes about Branden Albert’s potential to play Tackle. Aaron Glenn is now a Saint. Belichick speaks on the Hobson signing. FO has a Mock Draft out … which is sweet, except for the part where they called our center Erik Mangold.

Hobson adds depth to LB corps
Published 4/12/2008 by Jamie at The Patriot Act
... . Belichick appears happy with the Hobson addition, noting that ,“Victor is a good young player with considerable playing experience. We are excited about his addition to our linebacker unit .” This signing does call to question: Will this signing affect the Patriots’ strategy on draft day? Are they now satisfied with their LB unit enough to draft elsewhere in Round 1? My guess is that this signing has no bearing on the Pats’ draft strategy. Again, Hobson did sign just a one-year deal. He could be re-signed during the season if he works out well, but he shouldn’t be thought ...

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