Cornerback Malcolm Butler was very good for the New England Patriots last season. Maybe too good. For those wondering why the Patriots would consider trading him off arguably his best campaign with the team, that is one answer to the question.
When it comes to grading the defensive secondary of any team, not hearing your name called out is a great thing. It means you were not continuously burned for big plays. You did not make mistakes in key spots. In other words, you did your job.
On a team where “Do Your Job” has become its mantra, Butler could not have performed much better than he did last season.