Safety was a supposed strength for the New England Patriots heading into 2024. However, a mix of injuries and off-field issues decimated the group for much of the season and led to some underwhelming results.
A bounceback is therefore in order, for both the group as a whole and its individual members. Among those seemingly under some pressure is third-year man Marte Mapu.
Hard facts
Name: Marte Mapu
Position: Safety
Jersey number: 15
Opening day age: 25 (11/8/1999)
Measurements: 6’2 1/2”, 230 lbs, 78 3/4” wingspan, 33 1/2” arm length, 9 3/8” hand size, N/A Relative Athletic Score
Experience
NFL: New England Patriots (2023-) | College: Sacramento State (2017-22)
A two-way player at Hawthorne High School in Hawthorne, CA, Mapu served as quarterback, wide receiver and defensive back.