In the flurry of free-agent signings on Monday — most of them on the offensive side of the ball — the Patriots added a versatile veteran defensive back in Jalen Mills.
Mills is a 26-year-old out of LSU who has played five seasons in the NFL, all of them with the Eagles. He has five career interceptions while playing a variety of positions, including as a slot, and outside corner, as well as free safety. From his positional versatility to his swagger, here are five things you should know about the Patriots newest defensive back.