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New England Patriots: 3 reasons team shouldn’t trade Dont’a Hightower

By Sam Minton

HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 05: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons throws a pass over Dont'a Hightower #54 of the New England Patriots in the second quarter during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images)
HOUSTON, TX - FEBRUARY 05: Matt Ryan #2 of the Atlanta Falcons throws a pass over Dont'a Hightower #54 of the New England Patriots in the second quarter during Super Bowl 51 at NRG Stadium on February 5, 2017 in Houston, Texas. (Photo by Gregory Shamus/Getty Images) /
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Hightower is in the prime of his career

Even though Hightower may be the “old head” now he is still in the prime of his career. I expect him to make a big impact this season.

Everyone has been talking about Brian Flores’s new look defense. Apparently the Patriots are going to be more aggressive and I think that suits Hightower’s game. I’m expecting Hightower to get plenty of sacks this season.

With the front 7 looking great, I think the Patriots could finally have a dominant defense. This would make things a lot easier for Tom Brady who will be missing his top wideout for the first month of the season.

Next. Jacob Hollister continues to etch out a role for himself. dark

So the Patriots would be stupid to trade Hightower. He isn’t like Jamie Collins. Hightower is a leader in the locker room and is still performing on the field.  I’m very interested to see what Hightower does this season. I think he will be leaving Patriots fans smiling, and will be hopefully lifting up his 3rd Lombardi Trophy.

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