Patriots Sign OL Alijah Vera-Tucker to 3-Year Deal

Former Jets lineman to join New England's offensive front

Mar. 10, 2026 at 1:52pm

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The New England Patriots have agreed to a three-year, $42 million contract with former New York Jets offensive lineman Alijah Vera-Tucker. The 6-foot-5, 308-pound lineman started 15 games for the Jets in 2024 before missing the 2025 season due to a torn triceps. He is expected to slot in at left guard for the Patriots, joining a projected offensive line that includes left tackle Will Campbell, right guard Mike Onwenu, and right tackle Morgan Moses.

Why it matters

The Patriots are looking to shore up their offensive line after trading away starting center Garrett Bradbury last week. Vera-Tucker provides experienced depth and flexibility, having played both guard and tackle during his five seasons with the Jets.

The details

Vera-Tucker's new contract with the Patriots is worth up to $48 million over three years. Pro Football Focus ranked him as the 10th-best guard among those who played at least 50% of the maximum snaps at the position in 2024. He was the 36th-ranked guard in 2021, his rookie campaign, before missing time in 2022 and 2023 due to triceps and Achilles injuries.

  • Vera-Tucker missed the entire 2025 NFL season due to a torn triceps.
  • Last week, the Patriots traded starting center Garrett Bradbury to the Chicago Bears.

The players

Alijah Vera-Tucker

A 6-foot-5, 308-pound offensive lineman who spent his first five NFL seasons with the New York Jets.

Will Campbell

The Patriots' projected starting left tackle for the 2026 season.

Mike Onwenu

The Patriots' projected starting right guard for the 2026 season.

Morgan Moses

The Patriots' projected starting right tackle for the 2026 season.

Garrett Bradbury

The Patriots' former starting center, who was traded to the Chicago Bears last week.

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What’s next

The Patriots will look to integrate Vera-Tucker into their offensive line as they prepare for the 2026 NFL season.

The takeaway

The Patriots are making a significant investment in their offensive line by signing Vera-Tucker, a versatile lineman with starting experience at both guard and tackle. This move comes after the team traded away their starting center, signaling a focus on rebuilding the unit ahead of the upcoming season.