The New England Patriots have a J.C. Jackson-sized hole to fill on their defense.
Jackson’s five-year, $82.5 million contract with the Los Angeles Chargers leaves the Patriots without a Pro Bowl-level cornerback since the days of Leigh Bodden and Shawn Springs. Given this fact, many believe the Patriots’ biggest need comes in finding a cornerback.
Instead of trying to find a reason to dispute this fact, we’ll agree. Despite the re-acquisition of Malcolm Butler, New England’s going to need to add a true number one corner if they want to even think about contending in a conference that has loaded up on talent this offseason.