Trouble In New England. Who Will Benefit?

The New England Patriots have had a deadly 1-2 punch combo at the tight end position for the past few seasons. As this off-season progresses, the pair of Rob Gronkowski and Aaron Hernandez is likely to be no more. Seeing how Gronk has had FIVE surgeries this past off season, four of which have been on his forearm and the other on his back. Gronk is unlikely to play the first few weeks of the season. Keep in mind that he is still 100 percent draft eligible and should not be overlooked, ever. Hernandez is a different story. The guy was arrested this morning and was charged with murder as well as five gun-related charges. I am no lawyer but that doesn't sound good for Hernandez. I still don't understand how a professional athlete with a fiancee and an 8 month-old baby could still be committing such ridiculous crimes, but that is besides the point. The question that is to be asked in terms of fantasy is who will benefit from these off-season events?
   
My professional and expert opinion is that Julian Edelman, Danny Amendola and Shane Vereen will get more touches throughout the season. New England is very capable of giving anyone on their team great numbers as long as they have Tom Brady at quarterback. Julian Edelman has great speed and will be effective in the slot. Amendola has had trouble with injuries in the past but when healthy he is deadly on long routes. New England's backfield is tricky with a number of running backs getting touches. Steven Ridley was the main back for their run game but Vereen proved to be effective in the passing game. Vereen and Amendola could be considered sleepers.