Reordering Patriots’ cornerback depth chart after E.J. Biggers signing

The biggest New England Patriots news from Monday was the signing of veteran cornerback E.J. Biggers. In the wake of that development, we’re going to take a closer look at the Patriots’ cornerback position and reorder the depth chart.

6. Rashaan Melvin

Melvin appeared in eight games for the Patriots last season, recording three tackles on defense and two on special teams. He was a liability in coverage more often than not, and the Patriots released him in mid-December only to sign him to the practice squad to the following day.

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Considering that Melvin was signed to a futures contract in January, it’s reasonable to think that Melvin will at least end up on the practice squad. However, the Patriots will probably draft a corner next month and bring in a few undrafted rookies to training camp, all of whom will threaten Melvin’s status as a Patriot.

Melvin gets pegged at No. 6 because he was outplayed by Justin Coleman and Leonard Johnson in the No. 3 role last season.

Next: 5. Darryl Roberts