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Good Morning r/Patriots

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**Free place to chat and a good place to discuss whatever you like with other sub users**

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# Key dates on the 2023 [NFL / Patriots calendar](https://www.patriots.com/news/key-dates-on-the-2023-nfl-patriots-calendar).

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# Undrafted Free Agent [Tracker](https://www.patspulpit.com/2023/4/29/23704883/nfl-draft-2023-undrafted-free-agents-tracker-patriots-signings-news-rumors-analysis).

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# New England Patriots News Link Catchup – [Bye ‘19 Draft class, Uche’s clean slate, Anderson’s chip; More!](https://www.patspulpit.com/2023/5/19/23729422/new-england-patriots-links-5-19-23-bye-19-draft-class-uches-clean-slate-andersons-chip-more)

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* **Patriots** release [**OL Yodny Cajuste**](https://www.patriots.com/news/patriots-release-ol-yodny-cajuste), the last of the 2019 draft class.
* **Mike Dussault** writes how Patriots [**seventh-round pick Isaiah Bolden**](https://www.patriots.com/news/bolden-brings-hbcu-pedigree-to-patriots) was the only HBCU player selected in this year’s draft, a motivational badge of honor that should help him make a push for a roster spot.
* **Press Conferences:** [**Calvin Anderson**](https://www.patriots.com/video/calvin-anderson-press-conference-5-18-this-was-the-right-move-for-me) (13 min. video) – [**Josh Uche**](https://www.patriots.com/video/josh-uche-press-conference-5-18-everything-isn-t-going-to-happen-in-a-day) (10 min. video)
* **Pats from the Past podcast:** Scott Pioli [**Part. 1**](https://www.patriots.com/audio/pats-from-the-past-episode-42-scott-pioli-pt-1) (41 min.) and [**Part. 2**](https://www.patriots.com/audio/pats-from-the-past-episode-43-scott-pioli-pt-2) (46 min.)
* **Patriots Unfiltered:** [**Settings expectations**](https://www.patriots.com/audio/patriots-unfiltered-5-18-settings-expectations-for-2023-patriots-what-to-expect-) for 2023 Patriots, rookie class expectations, charting the depth. (2 hrs)
* **Andy Hart** identifies the 5 [**most intriguing Patriots**](https://www.audacy.com/weei/sports/patriots/5-most-intriguing-patriots-heading-into-ota-action) heading into OTA action.
* **Alex Barth** writes how after his breakout season in 2022, [**pass rusher Josh Uche**](https://985thesportshub.com/listicle/despite-breakout-season-in-2022-josh-uche-aims-to-enter-2023-with-a-clean-slate/) is beginning the 2023 season with a clean slate.
* **Alex Barth** says the Patriots quickly [**filled their open roster spot**](https://985thesportshub.com/listicle/patriots-quickly-fill-open-roster-spot-with-udfa-brother-of-current-player/) with UDFA DT Justus Tavai, the brother of current player Jahlani Tavai.
* **Doug Kyed** mentions how the Patriots [**releasing Yodny Cajsute**](https://atozsports.com/new-england/patriots-latest-roster-move-helps-developmental-prospects/) not only freed up cap space but it also provides a clearer path for Sidy Sow and/or Andrew Stueber to gain roles.
* **Doug Kyed** points out how the release of Yodny Cajuste cleared out [**entire NFL Draft class**](https://atozsports.com/new-england/patriots-recent-release-cleared-out-entire-nfl-draft-class/).
* **Dakota Randall** notes Patriots [**tackle Calvin Anderson**](https://nesn.com/2023/05/why-calvin-anderson-loves-playing-for-patriots-coach-adrian-klemm/) on Thursday opened up on why he enjoys working with offensive line coach Adrian Klemm.
* **Zack Cox** talks about tackle Calvin Anderson returning to the Patriots with [**a ‘chip’ on his shoulder**](https://nesn.com/2023/05/this-patriots-tackle-returns-with-chip-on-shoulder-after-2019-release/) after the team released him in 2019 after 11 days.
* **Dakota Randall** relays Calvin Anderson sharing how he can [**solve a Rubik’s Cube behind his back**](https://nesn.com/2023/05/patriots-calvin-anderson-reveals-rubiks-cube-skill-gives-wild-explanation/) in 20 seconds or less. He even signed a brand ambassadorship with Rubik’s as a rookie.
* **Mark Daniels** writes how [**pass rusher Josh Uche**](https://www.masslive.com/patriots/2023/05/mediating-helped-this-patriots-player-transform-into-an-elite-pass-rusher.html) found peace last season off the field, and how that meditation helped him wreak havoc on it.
* **Ricky Doyle** relays NFL insider Dan Graziano who looked at the [**‘biggest’ QB question**](https://nesn.com/2023/05/nfl-insider-raises-biggest-quarterback-question-facing-patriots/) facing each team. Patriots: Can Bill O’Brien save Mac Jones?
* **Tom E. Curran** highlights James White giving his [**perspective on Mac Jones**](https://www.nbcsports.com/boston/patriots/james-white-patriots-qb-mac-jones-has-plenty-prove-2023-nfl-season)’ abilities and what’s at stake for him this year.
* **Nick Stevens** notes [**Ivan Fears offered some praise**](https://www.audacy.com/weei/sports/patriots/fears-on-rhamondre-stevenson-hes-about-to-become-a-leader) and issued a challenge for Rhamondre Stevenson: ‘He’s about to become a leader’.
* **Logan Mullen** highlights [**guest Dante Scarnechia**](https://www.audacy.com/weei/sports/patriots/scarnecchia-on-patriots-not-picking-any-tackles-in-draft) sharing his thoughts on the Patriots not picking any tackles in this year’s draft. */He sees the logic behind it*.
* **Alex Barth** passes along the info for the [**Week 2 preseason game**](https://985thesportshub.com/listicle/patriots-complete-preseason-schedule-with-week-2-announcement/) in Green Bay: Sat. Aug. 19th at 8 pm.
* **Keagan Steifel** lists the top five [**greatest quarterbacks**](https://nesn.com/2023/05/top-five-greatest-quarterbacks-in-new-england-patriots-history/) in [**New England Patriots**](https://www.patspulpit.com/) history.
* **Ian Logue** (PatsFans) Friday [**Patriots Notebook:**](https://www.patsfans.com/patriots/blog/2023/05/19/friday-patriots-notebook-5-19-news-and-notes/) News and notes.
* **Sophie Weller** hears from James White on why he [**didn’t keep his free truck**](https://atozsports.com/new-england/patriots-legend-has-self-deprecating-reason-for-selling-super-bowl-prize/) from [**Super Bowl**](https://www.sbnation.com/super-bowl) LI.