Patriots cornerback Malcolm Butler single-handidly saved the Super Bowl for the Pats in 2015. He then followed that up with a terrific 2015-16 season, and now, rightfully so, he wants an adjustment to his rookie contract.
Cornerback Malcolm Butler was one of 17 players who didn’t participate in Thursday’s voluntary organized team activity. While the reason for his absence is not known, I wouldn’t be surprised if it was related to his contract status. Butler has told teammates and friends he plans to push for an adjustment to his contract before the 2016 season, and staying off the field in voluntary workouts would be a decision that limits injury risk and also could be viewed as a statement to the organization that he’s unhappy with the status quo and/or the movement/specifics of contract talks.