Patriots Reportedly Exercise 2018 Option On New WR Brandin Cooks

BOSTON (CBS) – The Patriots newest wide receiver appears to be sticking around for at least two years.

In an move that was not unexpected, the Patriots have reportedly exercised the fifth-year option on newly acquired wide receiver Brandin Cooks.

Field Yates first reported the news on Saturday morning.

As a result, Cooks is under contract for the next two seasons.

The Patriots acquired the speedy receiver this offseason in a trade with the New Orleans Saints.

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