While last week's win over Tampa Bay was not Bryant's first action of the season, it was his most extensive action to date. He was forced to fill in for injured starting cornerback Mike Hughes, who has already been ruled out against the Cardinals. Stepping into the role as a starter, Bryant was repeatedly targeted by Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield.
And clearly, the Patriots wanted to be sure they got him in the door by awarding him a hefty contract to play alongside their franchise superstar in Gonzalez. Davis' arrival prompted plenty of excitement about the defense's potential this year, yet he hasn't lived up to that optimism through the first seven games. Although he has been fairly consistent, there are some concerns about his longevity, as he has already dealt with some injury concerns over the past month.
