FOXBORO, Mass. — When the Patriots signed Jalen Mills during the 2021 offseason, many expected New England to make great use of the defensive back’s versatility. He could be another swiss-army knife in the Patriots.
After all, in his final season with the Philadelphia Eagles, Mills saw 329 snaps in the box, 39 on the line, 236 as a free safety, 182 in the slot and 227 at outside corner, per Pro Football Focus. But 2022 was a much different experience for Mills.
With Stephon Gilmore beginning the season on the PUP list, Mills opened the campaign as New England’s No.