Patriots sign Patrick Chung to a 1-year extension
The Patriots are keeping one of their key defensive players around a little longer. This morning, the team signed safety Patrick Chung to a one-year extension through 2018.
Patrick Chung signed a one-year extension through 2018, including $5.7M in new money and a $2.4M signing bonus.— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) April 1, 2016
Chung's remaining cap hits:— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) April 1, 2016
2016: $3,187,500
2017: $4.5M
2018: $3.8M
Ever since Chung came back to the Pats in 2014, he has excelled in covering tight ends and has been very active in blitz packages. Last season, Chung tied a career high with nine passes defended and one forced fumble. He finished the year with 49 solo tackles, the third highest total of his career.
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