Jared Veldheer signed with the Patriots just two weeks ago, but he’s had a change of heart. On Tuesday, the veteran offensive tackle informed the club that he plans to retire (Twitter link via ESPN.com’s Mike Reiss). 
Veldheer was set to play out the 2019 season on a one-year, $3.5MM deal with a maximum value of $6.5MM. That’s significant money to leave on the table, so it’s possible that he is retiring for health reasons.
Veldheer started 12 games in Denver last season and graded as Pro Football Focus’ No. 58-rated tackle. The veteran, 32 in June, profiled a swing option for the Patriots. Instead, he’ll leave the game after nine seasons with the Raiders, Cardinals, and Broncos.
Meanwhile, the Patriots are expected to scour the offensive line market once again for front five depth.
D*ck move Jared
Lol D*ck move, huh? The article suspects health concerns. But no ones pointing to the “Patriots Way” culture. He stuck through Oakland, Arizona, and Denver. And wouldn’t surprise considering many players coming out in the last few years. Players stick around cause your either a respected veteran, Brady, Edelman, Gronk, etc. or a young player who has a passion for football and is stuck on a contract.
That’s fine then we’ll see if he truly had a change of heart or a sudden injury and gives back the $750K signing bonus for only being on the roster 9 days and not even really lacing up the cleats.