Patriots signing Kevin Byard
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The New England Patriots bolstered their secondary with this signing.
Kevin Byard III, Patriots Agree to Contract After Bears Stint, Updated Salary Cap in NFL Free Agency
Veteran safety Kevin Byard III agreed to a one-year, $9 million deal with the New England Patriots, according to NFL Network's Tom Pelissero.
The New England Patriots are signing veteran safety Kevin Byard III to a one-year, $9 million contract, according to The Athletic and NFL Network. Byard, 32, is coming off his third first-team All-Pro honor last season with the Chicago Bears.
Patriots safety Craig Woodson has agreed to give the No. 31 jersey number to All-Pro veteran Kevin Byard.
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