The New England Patriots have made their first move of NFL free agency, and it involves a player who had already hit the open market. Harold Landry, who was recently released by the Tennessee Titans, is coming to Foxboro on a three-year, $43.5 million contract.

The move reunites Landry with his former head coach, Mike Vrabel. Here’s what it means for New England.

Instant grade: Patriots sign Harold Landry to 3-year, $43.5 million deal

Bernd Buchmasser: The Patriots needed to address their defensive edge this offseason, and Landry gives them a player that the coaching staff is familiar and obviously comfortable with. However, the deal can be considered an overpay at $14.5 million a year even though the team does have plenty of money to spend. | Grade: C+

Brian Hines: Landry may not be what he once was as a pass rusher, but he still has been productive in the sack department while maintaining a strong level of play against the run. He’s a welcomed veteran addition to a group that needed depth this offseason. | Grade: B

With Landry in the fold and tight end Austin Hooper re-signed, the Patriots now have 62 players under contract for 2025.

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