FOXBOROUGH — After playing quarterback for the entirety of his football career, undrafted rookie Malik Cunningham is vying for a roster spot with the Patriots as a wide receiver.
“I’ve never ran a route ever in my life,” Cunningham said Monday, the first day of mandatory minicamp.
The 24-year-old Cunningham spent five seasons at Louisville, where he threw for 9,660 yards, 70 touchdowns, and 29 interceptions, with a passer rating of 151.8 in 47 starts. He also rushed for more than 3,000 yards and 50 touchdowns, setting a school record.
Cunningham worked out for a number of teams leading up to the draft, but only the Patriots worked him out as a receiver.