The New England Patriots have made a strategic move by signing veteran safety Marcus Epps to a one-year, $4.4 million deal, aimed at bolstering their secondary. Epps, who recorded 17 tackles in three games last season with the Las Vegas Raiders, brings valuable experience from his time under offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. After a torn ACL cut short his last season, he enters a crowded defensive backfield alongside Kyle Dugger and Jabrill Peppers. This signing aligns with the Patriots' trend of focusing on defensive upgrades this offseason.

Notably, the Patriots have also secured other defensive talents, including defensive tackle Milton Williams, edge rusher Harold Landry III, linebacker Robert Spillane, and cornerback Carlton Davis, signaling a concerted effort to enhance their defense significantly for the upcoming season. Epps's ability to thrive in a rotational role adds depth, making the Patriots’ defense increasingly formidable on paper.