The New England Patriots can react to the latest update about Tee Higgins by turning to $60 million WR Chris Godwin in 2025 NFL free agency.

Former Pro Bowler Chris Godwin could become the New England Patriots' top target if he becomes available in free agency.

Wide receiver Chris Godwin will have some interest from elsewhere if he wants to explore options beyond the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. The New England Patriots

Over the last few weeks, the New England Patriots have been talked about non-stop as a team looking to make a wide receiver splash. They have been connected often to Tee Higgins. Chris Godwin has been another name that has come up.

The Patriots should be on the hunt for new playmakers with so much cap space and a 31st ranking in total offense last season. Vrabel and Robert Kraft have a lot of work to do with

Even if the Patriots land their top targets, they still need to fill out their roster in a big way after finishing 4-13 for a second straight season.

The New England Patriots are coming off back-to-back 4-13 seasons that were both good for last place in the AFC East. While that's not where Robert Kraft wants his once perennial playoff contender, there is promise that the franchise is finally on the upswing.

Tee Higgins may be off the market, but the New England Patriots could still land another former Pro Bowl receiver with four 1,000-yard seasons to his name.

The New England Patriots entered the offseason with glaring needs at wide receiver and along the offensive line. With some

Chris Godwin seems likely to leave the Buccaneers as a free agent, and he could help a young, rising AFC team take the next step.