The New England Patriots' defense should certainly be better this year than it was last season thanks to a multitude of additions via free agency and the NFL Draft, but that doe s not necessarily mean the Patriots were loaded with bums on that side of the ball in 2024.
In fact, New England had one of the best players in the league at his position in cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who was robbed of a Pro Bowl appearance, but was named a Second-Team All-Pro.
Gonzalez is finally beginning to get some respect in football circles, and heading into his third professional season, the former first-round pick may be prepared to a monster breakout.