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Instant grade for the Patriots signing Marcus Epps in NFL free agency

The New England Patriots may not have made a “splash signing” since the first day of the NFL’s legal tampering period, but they keep adding experienced depth and rotational players to their roster. The latest among them is safety Marcus Epps, joining the club on a reported one-year deal at a maximum value of $4.4 million.

Let’s grade the signing.

Instant grade: Patriots sign Marcus Epps to 1-year, $4.4 million max deal

Bernd Buchmasser: There is a lot to like about Epps, from the fact that he can play the centerfield role to the experience and leadership qualities he provides.