The Patriots may actually be able to get something in return for N’Keal Harry. That is, if they’re intent on moving him.
Teams have shown interest in the underachieving 2019 first-round pick, according to Pro Football Focus’ Doug Kyed. He says Harry is a “name to keep an eye on as a potential trade candidate before the draft.”
Harry, 24, has disappointed in his three professional seasons. The supposedly physical receiver from Arizona State only played in seven games during his rookie season due to injury, catching 12 passes for 105 yards and two touchdowns.
His performance hasn’t improved with time. Harry has caught just 45 passes over the last two seasons for 493 yards and two scores. Last summer, Harry requested a trade through his agent, and then proceeded to suffer a shoulder injury during training camp.
Earlier this week, we received indication that Harry’s days with the Patriots could be numbered anyway, given the fifth-year option number for 2019 first-rounders with his resume stands at $12.425 million. The Patriots have until May 2 to make a decision on Harry’s status for 2023.
By then, he may already be on a different team. The Patriots would shed $1.198 million in cap space if they trade the little-used wideout.