The New England Patriots are considering changes in their wide receiver lineup this offseason, but they should steer clear of signing veteran wide receiver Christian Kirk. Since entering the NFL in 2018, Kirk has played for teams including the Arizona Cardinals, Jacksonville Jaguars, and, most recently, the Houston Texans. In his latest season, he registered 28 receptions for 239 yards and scored one touchdown.
Despite the potential he once had, Kirk”s performance has declined significantly. According to Pro Football Focus, he was ranked 75th out of 81 wide receivers, earning a reception grade of 75. As he approaches his 30th birthday in November, it appears that he is nearing the twilight of his career.
A few seasons ago, acquiring Kirk might have seemed like a savvy move for the Patriots, but that perspective has changed. Additionally, Spotrac estimates his market value to be around $5.4 million per season, which is not a financial commitment the Patriots should consider at this point.
With various options available to them in the wide receiver market, the Patriots should look elsewhere instead of pursuing Kirk this offseason.
