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Veteran defensive end Chris Long took to Instagram to say goodbye to Patriots Nation.

Mar 01, 2017 at 07:42 AM
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Paul Perillo

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INDIANAPOLIS – Not all of the Patriots-related news came out of the Combine on Wednesday. Veteran defensive end Chris Long, who is scheduled to become a free agent when the league year begins on March 9, took to Instagram to put an end to his one-year Patriots career, posting the following this afternoon.

Thank you Pats Nation. As a player you've given so much support to, I owe you an explanation as to why I'll be moving on in FA... even if it isn't a big deal. This year and this opportunity gave me a ton. I made lifelong friends in a great locker room and became a champion. I'm so thankful that Coach B (the GOAT) took a chance on me and allowed me the opportunity to play a small part in this wonderful year. This has zero to do with money, etc. It's the right move in my heart because I want to get back to being the player I was before. I'm thankful for my role this year, but as a competitor, I'm itching to do what I do best. It was important to say thank you personally. You may not remember me much, but I'll always remember y'all!! #driveforfive #missionaccomplished

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Long was a part-time player in New England and might be looking to expand his role elsewhere after winning a Super Bowl in his first trip to the postseason. The soon-to-32-year-old Long finished his one season with the Patriots with 35 tackles and four sacks.

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