Whether it was due to injury or unreliability, personnel stability was one of the biggest issues for the New England Patriots’ cornerback group in 2023. While this impacted its effectiveness over the course of the season, it also opened the door for some previously unheralded players to see an uptick in playing time.
One of those players was Shaun Wade, who ended up having a career year — at least in terms of opportunities and statistical output.
Hard facts
Name: Shaun Wade
Position: Cornerback
Opening day age: 25 (9/15/1998)
Size: 6’1”, 195 lbs
Jersey number: 26
Contract status: Under contract through 2024 (2025 UFA)
Experience
Wade spent his entire four-year college career at Ohio State.