Why Skip Bayless Isn't Concerned About Patriots' Free Agent Departures

The Patriots are losing several players, and Skip Bayless doesn’t sound the least bit concerned about New England’s chances of continuing its successful run next season.

Cornerback Malcolm Butler, wide receiver Danny Amendola and running back Dion Lewis reportedly agreed to contracts with new teams Tuesday, one day before the official start of NFL free agency, and Bayless offered a couple of thoughts on Twitter.

Tom Brady will miss Danny Amendola, especially on third and fourth down.

— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) March 13, 2018

The same Malcolm Butler who Belichick chose not to play a single down while his defense was giving up 41 points in the Super Bowl to Nick Foles just go 30 million guaranteed to sign with the Titans. Still makes me sick. Cost Brady his sixth Super Bowl.

— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) March 14, 2018

The polarizing pundit then wrapped up everything with a bigger picture outlook, in which he pointed out one incredibly important player who’s definitely returning next season: quarterback Tom Brady.

Patriots lose Malcolm Butler, Danny Amendola, Dion Lewis … and it won't matter because they still have the reigning MVP, who will play at 41 next year and make everyone better, including the head coach who wanted him gone.

— Skip Bayless (@RealSkipBayless) March 14, 2018

The Patriots since have lost another key contributor, with left tackle Nate Solder reportedly agreeing to a contract with the New York Giants. But even that probably won’t change Bayless’ opinion too much given how highly he thinks of TB12, who’s widely considered the greatest QB in NFL history.