MARCH 13 -- PATRIOTS RE-SIGN VETERAN CARL DAVIS: The Pats have agreed to a one-year-deal with veteran defensive tackle, per The Boston Herald, as the official start of free agency draws near.
The 6-5, 320-pound Iowa product continued to prove his value within the system as a two-gapping interior defensive lineman. Besides providing size and strength up front, he also became a disruptive presence when defending the outside zone. It was hoped that his ability to hold up inside against a double team would allow the Pats’ defensive ends and edge rushers to flow freely to the ball. However, Davis’ contributions in this area were sporadic, at best. Despite some solid showings at the nose tackle position, the 30-year-old was also occasionally beaten on his assignments. Still, his rotational versatility was enough to keep him in New England on a low-risk pact for one year.
During his three years in New England, Davis has played in 36 games, making seven starts. He has earned 33 total tackles (three for loss), two sacks, two quarterback hits and a fumble recovery.
PATRIOTS RETAIN CB JONATHAN JONES: Veteran Cornerback Jonathan Jones has re-signed with the Patriots, on a two-year, $19 million deal.
PATRIOTS TRADE JONNU SMITH: Patriots trade tight end Jonnu Smith to Atlanta Falcons for a seventh-round draft selection in 2022. The move creates approximately $3.7 million in additional cap space for 2023.
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