Four Down Territory: Links to the Best in AFC East Coverage, 2/20 Edition

Today is the first day that NFL teams can begin using the franchise tag on their players. So far, no news on that front. You can be sure we'll keep you updated on the AFC East blog, but for now, here's some President's Day links for you to get you through the start of your Monday.

B/R contributor Ryan Vooris tells the story of his son Parker's obsession with the New England Patriots and a lesson he learned from the Super Bowl. A great story, a good trip down memory lane and (yep) a good tear or two for the emotional crowd.

But on to more pressing issues: B/R Patriots featured columnist Drew Bonifant examines whether it's worth giving up a first-round pick to land the services of Steelers receiver Mike Wallace, who is a restricted free agent. 

NEPatriotsDraft.com editor Mike Loyko has an in-depth look at the Patriots' offseason needs. Safety tops the list.

B/R Buffalo Bills featured columnist Eli Nachmany says the Bills should target Texas A&M quarterback Ryan Tannehill with the 10th overall pick. That may be a little high for him right now, but by the end of the draft process, you just never know.

What kind of quarterback is Miami Dolphins offensive coordinator Mike Sherman looking for? Armando Salguero of The Miami Herald took it upon himself to find out.

Manning Mania continues, with B/R contributor Justin Welton giving us his thoughts on why the Jets are Manning's best shot at another Super Bowl ring. 

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