I'm sorry but this is ridiculous. Sammy Morris has had like 2 good games his whole career. I like him but he hasn't proven anything at all. Shaun Alexander was the MVP 2 years ago. I know he struggled last year but Seattle is a much different team then us. He was the main focus of the opposing teams defense every game. We also have a better O-line then they do. And we have Tom Brady.
A 2-RB system of Maroney and Alexander would really make us unstoppable on offense. He seems like a good character guy who might be willing to take a cheap contract to play for us. If thats the case then we could just cut him if he sucks and we still have Sammy morris. He could be like this years Randy Moss.
Why do you think he seems like a good character guy? ever published source seems to indicate the contrary. There was severe worry in the Seahawks organization that after he got paid he wouldnt work hard. look what happened. he sulks. he is me first. he is anything but a patriot player (other then the fact that if he wants to be he is talented).
I also dont think he is going to take a cheap contract.
Additionally, I think he is going to look to sign with a team that will give him the opportunity to be an everydown rb, rather then a platoon.
Additionally, and I admit I am going just based on what I have read, but he isnt a good blocker or pass catcher. If that is the case, then he is missing two of the 3 skills the Patriots look for in their RB. (I do agree with you that Sammy Morris is so amazingly overrated by Patriot fans it is sickening.)