Stanley, 30, had missed 36 games over the previous five years while with the Baltimore Ravens. Then, on a prove-it deal of one year and $7 million, the offensive tackle was able to play all 17 regular-season games before suiting up for the wild-card and divisional rounds.

Ravens left tackle Ronnie Stanley, Eagles defensive tackle Milton Williams, 49ers cornerback Charvarius Ward and Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin are among the Patriots’ top targets, according to sources; though members of the organization are doubtful Godwin will leave Tampa Bay.