Patriots Trade CB Stephon Gilmore to Panthers for 2023 6th-Round Pick

Patriots Trade CB Stephon Gilmore to Panthers for 2023 6th-Round Pick

Patriots Trade CB Stephon Gilmore to Panthers for 2023 6th-Round Pick!

Just hours ago the Patriots agreed to trade the star cornerback to the Carolina Panthers. Get more details on Patriots Trade Stephon Gilmore

CelebnSports247.com reports that the news comes shortly after it was reported the Patriots had cut the 31-year-old cornerback.

Stephon Gilmore is going back to his home state of South Carolina in exchange for a 2023 6th-round pick.

The move now sets up a homecoming for Gilmore.

To date, the New England Patriots lost to Tom Brady the Buccs and now, they’ve lost one of their best players too. Stephon Gilmore is arguably the best player on their team.

Why did the Patriots cut Gilmore?

According to reports, Gilmore hasn’t been eligible to play the first few weeks of this season due to a quad injury. Its also been said that he had been squabbling with Pats brass over his contract … and when it became clear a deal wouldn’t get done, New England simply released him Wednesday.

Gilmore confirmed the news on his social media, penning an emotional farewell statement.

Stephon said:

It is with mixed emotions that I announce my goodbye to this great fan base. We enjoyed so much success together and you have been an incredible inspiration for my individual achievements.

Gilmore also thanked Robert Kraft and added:

Most of all I want to thank my teammates who lined up next to me every Sunday with one goal in mind. Those moments on and off the field will never be forgotten.

 

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Gilmore joined the Pats in 2017 after a 5-year career in Buffalo and was an immediate impact player. Now, sine he’s

Rumors are already swirling that he could re-join Brady in Tampa Bay with the Buccaneers. #Powerplay

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