The Patriots signed LB Christian Elliss to a two-year contract.

Fantasy Impact

New England matched the two-year deal the Raiders offered Elliss. He totaled 1.5 sacks and 80 tackles last season with the Patriots, and should remain in a similar role.

Christian Elliss agreed to an offer sheet with the Raiders on Wednesday, per league sources. The Patriots tendered him as a restricted free agent on March 8, with until Monday to match and keep the 26-year-old after his 80-tackle 2024.

Fantasy Impact

Elliss’ 80 tackles in 2024 made him a deep-league IDP name. A Raiders move could lift his snaps, but he’s a late-round flier with LB2 ceiling—track where he lands.

Restricted free agent LB Christian Elliss visited the Raiders on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

The Patriots will be able to match any offer Elliss receives in free agency. He totaled 42 tackles across five games started in New England last season.

Christian Elliss has reportedly been the most impressive player in team drills in the practices open to the media.

Fantasy Impact

Elliss has two interceptions and a pass breakup through two open portions of practice. He will likely compete for a starting job on a very good Eagles’ defense.