Mack Hollins delved into why he opts to walk around barefoot during his introductory Patriots press conference.

Linked to Tee Higgins and Chris Godwin during this year's free agency period, the Patriots have yet to make their

Hollins, 31, is a veteran of eight NFL seasons with Philadelphia (2017-19), Miami (2019-21), Las Vegas (2022), Atlanta (2023) and Buffalo (2024). The 6-foot-4, 221-pounder, originally entered the NFL as a fourth-round draft pick (118th overall) by Philadelphia in the 2017 NFL Draft out of North Carolina.

The New England Patriots have reportedly agreed to terms on a two-year deal with former Buffalo Bills receiver Mack Hollins.

Mack Hollins arrived at his introductory press conference with the Patriots in only a way Mack Hollins can: shoeless.That's right. As captured by ESPN's Mike Reiss, the 31-year-old wide receiver entered the media workroom to speak with reporters on Friday rocking a sweatshirt and pants—but with nothing on his feet.

New Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins likes to push his teammates to their limits. The team’s young wide receivers need that type of leadership.

Mack Hollins will bring a unique personality to the New England Patriots’ wide receiver room. The 31-year-old, who signed a two-year deal with New England, made a lasting impression Friday during his introductory press conference.

Mack Hollins is known for his classic barefoot look, and he brought that with him to New England, as the new Patriots receiver walked into his introductory press conference with no shoes on. So, that prompted a question about what's behind this iconic tradition.