The New England Patriots signed free agent offensive tackle Oliver Ross to a contract Monday. The 33-year old Ross who is 6-foot-4 and 327 pounds has played with the Cowboys, Eagles, Steelers and Cardinals.
He has played in 89 career games but missed last season after being placed on the IR with a torn left triceps muscle in August prior to the start of the regular season.
Ross, who played his college ball at Iowa State adds another layer of depth to Tom Brady’s five layers of protection in 2008.
From the Boston Globe:
A follow-up on the contract signed by veteran offensive lineman Oliver Ross with the Patriots:
It’s a one-year package, with a base salary of $730,000, which is the minimum for a player with Ross’s experience. The deal also includes a $20,000 signing bonus.
The contract qualifies for the minimum salary benefit, meaning that Ross’s salary cap charge is $471,000.