Jonathan Casillas signs 3-year deal with New York Giants

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Jonathan Casillas has become the second Patriots player to join the New York Giants today. Big Blue signed him to a three-year deal worth $10.5 million. Earlier in the day, the Giants agreed to terms with Shane Vereen. It is now being reported that Vereen's deal is worth $12.35 million over three years.

Shane Vereen got $12.35 million over three years from the Giants. Strong $. Came up quickly over a few days.

— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) March 10, 2015

Casillas was traded from Tampa Bay to New England at the trade deadline last season and become a vital part of the Patriots' special teams game and was also a solid backup linebacker.

He played in 11 games for the defending Super Bowl champions, compiling 28 tackles and forced one fumble.

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