 Free agency saw multiple departures for the Patriots, including long-time kicker Adam Vinatieri signing with the Indianapolis Colts, and wide receiver David Givens signing with the Tennessee Titans.Linebacker Willie McGinest, the Patriots' first-round pick in the 1994 NFL Draft, was released on March 9 and signed with the Cleveland Browns six days later.Tyrone Poole, Duane Starks, and Chad Brown were also released early in the offseason, with Brown returning for training camp before being cut again prior to the start of the season.