Report: Patriots, Hogan have started extension talks

The New England Patriots have started negotiations on a contract extension for wide receiver Chris Hogan, a source told Jeff Howe of The Athletic.

A deal doesn't appear to be imminent, as the report says that talks are in the early stages and the two sides have a gap to bridge before a new contract comes together.

Hogan, 29, is entering the final season of a three-year deal worth $12 million that he signed ahead of the 2016 campaign. He posted a career-high 680 yards with four touchdowns two seasons ago and registered 439 yards and five scores in nine appearances last year.

New England will open the 2018 regular season Sept. 9 against the Houston Texans.