Newly-signed $37.5 million linebacker has message for Patriots fans
New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane had a message for Patriots fans at his introductory press conference.
Spillane came in as part of the initial wave of free agent signings for the Patriots. He spent his last two seasons with the Las Vegas Raiders, including one under then-head coach Josh McDaniels in 2023.
The former undrafted free agent out of Western Michigan broke out with 158 combined tackles, two sacks and seven pass deflections in 2024. That effort marked the second straight season he's had at least 100 tackles.
His toughness and lunch-pail mentality are two things that stand out the most about his game.
“I want the Patriot Nation to know that I’m gonna pour my heart into this city, into this community, into this team," Spillane told Patriots fans. "I care deeply about what I do. I bring passion and heart everywhere I go. I’m just so excited to get my feet in the building.”
Robert Spillane tells Patriots fans what they can expect from him in 2025:
— Tom Carroll (@yaboiTCfresh) March 13, 2025
“I want the Patriot Nation to know that I’m gonna pour my heart into this city, into this community, into this team. I care deeply about what I do. I bring passion and heart everywhere I go. I’m just so… pic.twitter.com/JG592trixx
Spillane is a clear fit for the culture Vrabel is looking to bring to the Patriots' organization, which includes grit, focus and toughness. He is a part of the new wave of players hoping to change the way the outside world views New England.
More importantly, they're hoping to change the way the team views itself.
This article originally appeared on Patriots Wire: Newly-signed $37.5 million LB has strong message for Patriots fans
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