EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- When one watches Adam Vinatieri kick in bad weather conditions, it's understandable that the Patriots and Vinatieri are on track toward getting a long-term contract done. According to sources familiar with the situation, the sides are closing in on a long-term deal after prolonged talks, and one can understand that the Patriots wouldn't want to lose ... (Full article: 734 words)

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