The New England Patriots let the trade deadline pass without adding any reinforcements for a playoff push. One assistant coach from an area of reported interest doesn’t mind maintaining his current group.

Trade chatter frequently linked the Patriots to edge rushers before Tuesday’s deadline. New England traded linebacker Keion White but didn’t acquire any extra depth at the position.

Outside linebackers coach Mike Smith addressed the deadline outcome, per MassLive’s Mark Daniels . He’s confident in the current group led by Harold Landry II and K’Lavon Chaisson, and he also believes Anfernee Jennings and undrafted rookie Elijah Ponder can contribute down the stretch.

“I like it. We’ve got a mix of young guys and older guys,” Smith said. “I think Harold and KC are playing well. I th

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