New England Patriots: Ranking the Cornerbacks

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2. player. 47. <p>Our Super Bowl XLIX hero is ranked ahead of Fletcher because of his experience, and proven success, in the Patriots’ defensive system. Going from undrafted anonymity to Super Bowl heroism doesn’t happen without a deep understanding of the X’s and O’s, and that was on full display when Butler anticipated that slant route in the Arizona desert.</p> <p>Don’t expect Butler to rest on his laurels this training camp, however. If he wants to take over the No. 1 job, he’ll have to prove his worth once again this summer. We’re rooting for him.</p> <p><span style=. 5-foot-11. 1 NFL season. Malcolm Butler

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