With multiple injuries at the cornerback position, the New England Patriots are doing their due diligence on the free-agent market.
The Patriots hosted CB D.J. Hayden, a 2013 first-round draft pick by the Oakland Raiders, for a workout on Friday.
The Patriots continue to explore free-agent CB options, working out veteran D.J. Hayden today. Hayden entered the NFL as a first-round pick of the Raiders in 2013.
With top slot CB Jonathan Jones (shoulder) banged up, the club is eyeing possible reinforcements.Hayden, 31, played in only five games last season with the Jacksonville Jaguars due to a hamstring injury.