Mail is delivered

By

Mike Reiss

May 19, 2009

Every Tuesday on Boston.com, questions from Patriots fans are answered as part of a weekly mailbag. This week’s mailbag has been posted and includes some of the following topics:

A closer look at the salary cap and what the recent increase means for the Patriots.

Should a Patriots player be allowed to wear Troy Brown’s No. 80 jersey?

Looking at a player like Jarvis Green and determining if his salary cap charge can be absorbed.

More on the issue that seems to be prevalent on the minds of most fans: linebackers.

Jump To Comments

TOPICS: Patriots Extra Points

Be civil. Be kind.

Read our full community guidelines.

Devonta Smith Patriots

NFL.com mock draft has Patriots trading up for Heisman Trophy winner DeVonta Smith April 20, 2021 | 11:33 AM

Steelers sign coach Mike Tomlin to 3-year contract extension April 20, 2021 | 11:00 AM

Trey Lance Mock Draft

Latest NFL mock drafts project differing paths but similar picks for the Patriots April 20, 2021 | 10:04 AM

Bill Belichick and the Patriots are missing the playoffs for the first time in 12 years.

This NFL draft could feature several trades. Here are some possibilities. April 20, 2021 | 9:35 AM

Steve and Ginni were there to celebrate as Veronica Burton helped Northwestern win the Big Ten title.

How Newton's Veronica Burton has helped Northwestern reach new heights April 20, 2021 | 8:07 AM

Jabari Parker impressed in his first two games with the Celtics.

Here's why Jabari Parker has 'been a fan' of the Celtics April 20, 2021 | 12:26 AM

The Celtics took on the Bulls on Monday.

5 takeaways as Celtics' six-game winning streak is snapped by Bulls April 19, 2021 | 10:30 PM

Brad Stevens says he never received an offer from Indiana.

Brad Stevens says he was never offered a package to become Indiana head coach April 19, 2021 | 7:02 PM

Cam Newton showed up for offseason workouts.

Cam Newton among Patriots players who reported for offseason workouts April 19, 2021 | 6:08 PM

Antron Pippen, Scottie Pippen's oldest son, dies at 33 April 19, 2021 | 4:47 PM

5-10 start has Yankees restless; Brian Cashman vows to stay course April 19, 2021 | 4:02 PM

Red Sox White Sox

First-inning barrage helps Red Sox earn series split in rout of White Sox April 19, 2021 | 3:12 PM

Jonathan Newton

Alex Smith retires after comeback from gruesome leg injury April 19, 2021 | 12:59 PM

Des Linden

BOSTON MARATHON

Des Linden announced she will run in the 2021 Boston Marathon April 19, 2021 | 12:20 PM

Kiké Hernández got the Red Sox offense going with a leadoff home run on Monday.

Kiké Hernández gets leadoff home run after video review in huge Red Sox first inning April 19, 2021 | 12:11 PM

Tom Brady and the Buccaneers took the field for Super Bowl LV on Sunday.

Tom Brady expects to be ready for minicamp after knee surgery April 19, 2021 | 11:20 AM

Red Sox Alex Cora

Alex Cora says some Red Sox players and coaches will get vaccinated this week April 19, 2021 | 10:58 AM

Kyle Trask

NFL insider predicts a quarterback the Patriots could draft outside the first round April 19, 2021 | 10:17 AM

Lionel Messi's Barcelona is among the 12 teams creating the Super League.

Top European soccer teams agree to join breakaway league April 19, 2021 | 8:39 AM

Martín Pérez believes the Red Sox won't be too discouraged by losing a doubleheader on Sunday.

Why Martín Pérez believes Red Sox will bounce back after dropping doubleheader April 18, 2021 | 11:44 PM

The Celtics have a lengthy injury list for Monday's game.

Celtics injury list vs. Bulls includes Jayson Tatum, Jaylen Brown, Kemba Walker April 18, 2021 | 7:46 PM

Tom Wilson refused to respond to a question about his hit in Sunday's game.

'He's fine': Capitals' Tom Wilson wouldn't elaborate on controversial Sean Kuraly hit April 18, 2021 | 7:01 PM

The Bruins celebrate after defeating the Capitals.

Three takeaways as the Bruins’ top-6 lead the way past Washington April 18, 2021 | 5:50 PM

Kike Hernadez heads back to the dugout after striking out in the fifth inning.

Red Sox swept by White Sox in doubleheader April 18, 2021 | 4:49 PM

Patrice Bergeron celebrates one of his two goals in Sunday's win over the Capitals.

Bruins win their fourth in a row, beat division-leading Capitals 6-3 April 18, 2021 | 3:33 PM

Boston MA 4/17/21 celtics0417 Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) with his son, Jayson Tatum Jr during the post game television interview after they defeated the Golden State Warriors 119-114 at TD Garden. photo by Matthew J. Lee/Globe staff

Jayson Tatum gives heartfelt answer on why he enjoys having his son Deuce attend games April 18, 2021 | 2:38 PM

Mookie Betts celebrates after making a diving catch in the Dodgers win over the Padres.

Watch: Don Orsillo calls Mookie Betts' game-ending diving catch April 18, 2021 | 1:48 PM

Jabari Parker grabbed four rebounds in his Celtics debut.

Jabari Parker 'pretty good' in unexpected role in first game with the Celtics April 18, 2021 | 12:33 PM

Brad Stevens confirmed that he is staying in Boston on Friday.

Indiana reportedly prepared $70 million offer for Brad Stevens, who didn't consider coaching job April 18, 2021 | 9:55 AM

Boston Celtics' Jayson Tatum (0) and Golden State Warriors' Stephen Curry (30) talk following an NBA basketball game, Saturday, April 17, 2021, in Boston.

Jayson Tatum and Steph Curry share 'mutual respect' following high-scoring performances April 18, 2021 | 9:15 AM