All those who are suddenly calling Julian Edelman a Hall of Famer

New England Patriots wide receiver Julian Edelman gets pumped up slot receivers this season, according to Pro Football Focus

However, in 2013, he became one of Tom Brady's top targets and best friends Edelman remained a top receiver until retiring after the 2020

patriots slot receiver before edelman By comparison, Wes Welker — the best slot receiver in NFL history and the Patriots' go-to diminutive receiver before Edelman emerged

bandholm slot The work ethic of both clearly rubbed off on Edelman, because not only is the slot receiver still here 10 years after the Patriots selected him