[EmpireWF]

The Boston Herald reports the Pats have come to terms with Adalius Thomas this evening.

No money figures yet but this is a HUGE signing for the Pats.

[Lefty Noob]

Surprising signing. Thomas is a good pick-up, but with the money he'll be due to make, will there be some hard feelings on the New England sideline?

[Lefty Noob]

Apparently the signing became official today.

Patriots sign linebacker Adalius Thomas
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Linebacker Adalius Thomas, one of the most sought-after free agents, signed Saturday with the New England Patriots, giving the three-time Super Bowl winners a player in the mold of the departed Willie McGinest.

The 29-year-old Pro Bowler, one of the keys to the Baltimore defense last season, can play several positions, including outside linebacker and defensive end -- as McGinest did until he left last season for Cleveland.

The Patriots also announced the signings of two other veterans: tight end Kyle Brady and running back Sammy Morris.

"Personally and professionally, we are very impressed with Adalius Thomas," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said. "His playmaking, toughness, intelligence, versatility and character were all factors in our decision to pursue him. Adalius has contributed in many ways to some excellent defensive units and we look forward to getting to work with him."

I can see him playing the McGinest position... boy is he gonna help that New England defense.

[simple simon]

this is great great news

exactly what the Pats needed.......this and a quality WR

with Seau and Bruschi getting older and maybe retiring this is huge