The NFL calendar lists free agency as not officially beginning until 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday, but don't be fooled: The real action started on Monday when the legal tampering period opened up at noon. During the tampering period,

NFL free agency has kicked off with the legal negotiation window -- which began at noon ET on Monday -- and players will be able to officially sign with new teams after 4 p.m. ET on Wednesday, which is the start of the new league year.

With new coach Mike Vrabel at the helm and plenty of gaps to fill after a 4-13 finish in 2024, New England has plenty of resources at its disposal. The Patriots boast a league-high $125 million in cap space, close to $35 million more than any other team, per Over The Cap.