Cornerback Carlton Davis signs three-year, $60 million deal with Patriots

Cornerback Carlton Davis has signed a three-year, $60 million contract with the New England Patriots, marking his third team in three years after stints with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Detroit Lions. Davis, who showcased his defensive skills with 11 passes defensed in 14 games last season before suffering a broken jaw, is expected to bolster a struggling Patriots secondary that ranked 30th in pass defense last year. The signing reunites Davis with former Lions defensive line coach Terrell Williams, now the Patriots' defensive coordinator. The contract includes $34.5 million guaranteed, aligning with Davis's demand for top dollar as a free agent. As the Patriots look to improve after a disappointing 4-13 season, they are also adding other key defensive players alongside Davis. The Lions, now without Davis, will need to find a replacement to strengthen their secondary ahead of the upcoming season.