New Headline: Patriots Triumph: Mike Brown's Coaching Revolution Begins!
The Patriots signed the former Titans safety to a one-year contract in free agency.
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE - DECEMBER 8: Mike Brown #44 of the Tennessee Titans walks off the field after a game against the Jacksonville Jaguars at Nissan Stadium on December 8, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. The Jaguars defeated the Titans 10-6. (Photo by Wesley Hitt/Getty Images) | Getty Images The New England Patriots made some investment in their safety group last week.
Besides signing All-Pro Kevin Byard to a one-year deal, they also brought in another ex-Titan, Mike Brown, on a deal that spans only the 2026 season . We already gave high marks for the Byard signing . So, how about Brown?
Let’s find out. Instant grades: Patriots sign S Mike Brown Bernd Buchmasser: Brown’s defensive exposure has been limited throughout his career, but he projects to compete for a core special teams role. Getting a player like that at a cost-efficient contract is certainly not the worst way to spend your resources.
| Grade: C Matt St. Jean: Add Mike Brown to the list of former Mike Vrabel players rejoining their head coach. Brown should be fighting for a depth role at safety and a starting role on special teams, where he joins players like Dell Pettus and Brenden Schooler.