Devin McCourty’s retirement left a hole for the Patriots to fill in their secondary.
Kyle Dugger and Jabrill Peppers are both expected to be a big part of the Patriots’ plan at safety. Jalen Mills has indicated he’s open to playing some safety as well.
But, there’s also a rookie who McCourty thinks could jump into the mix. Third-round pick Marte Mapu.
“From watching him play football, it looks like he can do it.