The New England Patriots may not have found their top cornerback for 2022, but they’ve certainly added a playable option in Terrance Mitchell — and for a small sum. The Patriots and Mitchell agreed to terms on a one-year deal worth $3 million, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Mitchell worked as the Texans’ CB2 behind Desmond King, who was also pending free agent but re-signed with the Houston this week. New England might just use Mitchell as a depth option at corner. At least, that’s what the contract indicates: he’s not a shoo-in to start.
But why Mitchell? The Patriots could have signed a number of serviceable options for a similar price. Artie Burns, for example, agreed to terms on a deal for $2 million just a few minutes after Mitchell.
