Pats decline Smith's option
FOXBORO, Mass. · The New England Patriots did not exercise their option on running back Antowain Smith, making the team's best runner an unrestricted free agent.
A seven-year veteran, Smith signed a five-year, $22 million dollar deal with the Patriots in March 2002 after helping the team win the Super Bowl after the 2001 season.
"In his three seasons with the Patriots, Antowain played a significant role in our team's overall success," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said in a statement. "He is a true professional. On behalf of the entire organization, we wish him continued success in the future."
FOXBORO, Mass. · The New England Patriots did not exercise their option on running back Antowain Smith, making the team's best runner an unrestricted free agent.
A seven-year veteran, Smith signed a five-year, $22 million dollar deal with the Patriots in March 2002 after helping the team win the Super Bowl after the 2001 season.
"In his three seasons with the Patriots, Antowain played a significant role in our team's overall success," Patriots coach Bill Belichick said in a statement. "He is a true professional. On behalf of the entire organization, we wish him continued success in the future."
