NFL rumors: Potential Navorro Bowman free agent destinations

NFL rumors: Potential Navorro Bowman destinations

GLENDALE, AZ - OCTOBER 01: Middle linebacker NaVorro Bowman #53 of the San Francisco 49ers tackles running back Andre Ellington #38 of the Arizona Cardinals during overtime of the NFL game at the University of Phoenix Stadium on October 1, 2017 in Glendale, Arizona. Arizona won 18-15. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images) /

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INDIANAPOLIS, IN – OCTOBER 08: Darrell Daniels #47 of the Indianapolis Colts is pushed out of bounds by NaVorro Bowman #53 of the San Francisco 49ers during the second quarter of a game at Lucas Oil Stadium on October 8, 2017 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) /

1. New England Patriots

Why would the New England Patriots try and get Bowman?

Well, just take a look at their hideous defensive rankings so far this season.

Total yardage allowed — 32nd.

Passing yardage allowed — 32nd.

Rushing yardage allowed — 24th.

The Patriots’ defense has taken a dive into Rock Bottom after their top overall ranking last season, largely due to their lack of talent on that side of the football. Bowman would help solidify some of that, and give the Patriots a leader from the linebacker position that could have a ripple effect to other positions.

The question here is whether or not the Patriots could move around sufficient funds for this move.

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