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The Patriots are releasing cornerback Jalen Mills, a league source confirmed Friday morning.
The move opens up $4.96 million against the salary cap and creates $1.25 million in dead money.
Mills had signed a four-year, $24 million contract in 2021 as part of New England’s spending spree during free agency that year. He played alongside J.C. Jackson his first season as a Patriot, before stepping up into a larger role.
Mills, who turns 29 in April, did not play in the final six games last season because of a groin injury. He finishes his two seasons in New England with one fumble recovery, two interceptions, 12 passes defensed, and 61 solo tackles.
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At cornerback, the Patriots have Jonathan Jones, Jack Jones, Marcus Jones, and Shaun Wade. Safety Myles Bryant, whom the Patriots tendered earlier this week, can also play cornerback.
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