Bill Belichick called Malcolm Butler’s agent Derek Simpson this spring to see how retirement was treating the cornerback. As it turned out, Butler found himself missing the NFL after retiring for personal reasons prior to the 2021 season. Just a few months after making that decision for himself and his family, Butler was ready to return.
After Simpson told Butler that Belichick called, the cornerback immediately got to work to make sure he was in shape to make a comeback.
“It came as a surprise. My agent told me that Bill wanted to talk with me, so I was happy. I started working out immediately because I knew it could be a possibility that I could return,” Butler said during a videoconference call at Gillette Stadium on Monday. “That was what happened. I’m blessed to be here. I’m dedicated and committed.”
