... trade of Richard Seymour is certainly not the first time the hooded mastermind has shipped a local superstar out of town, though it is easily the most puzzling.

When Lawyer Milloy was released prior to the 2003 season, the Patriots already had Rodney Harrison in place to fill the void. Ty Law's departure was softened by Asante Samuel waiting in the wings. Terry Glenn was a chronic pain in the you-know-what. Mike Vrabel is nearing the end of his career. Willie McGinest was more than a little long in the tooth as a free agent. Deion Branch was a holdout. Asante Samuel was seeking the type of money the Patriots will forever refuse to invest in a corner back. 

The list goes on and on, but the release, trade, or f...

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