Some still think it was worth it, that somehow that was all the Patriots could get.  I’m skeptical.

I’m pretty sure a team like Detroit, Tampa Bay, or San Francisco would have given up first round picks for this guy, who has more than proved himself as a starter in the NFL.  From what I understand, even the Broncos were entertaining the idea of a new quarterback.  A three-team trade involving Tampa Bay, Denver, & NE sprang up just before Cassel was traded to the Chiefs.  Supposedly the Bucs wanted to trade for Cassel and give him to the Broncos for Jay Cutler.  Would this have been a better option for the Patriots?  I think so.  Tampa Bay probably would have coughed up a first round pick, knowing full well they’d be making out well in the deal, getting Jay Cutler who has proven he can sling the ball, or even in the worst case getting Matt Cassel (should the Broncos have rejected this trade) who could help them win games.

But let’s get back to the question at hand here.  Could the Patriots have done better than a 2nd round pick for Matt Cassel.  Hell yes.