Report: Patriots Sign S Adrian Philips to Two-Year Deal

New England adds a former All-Pro safety to their roster.

The New England Patriots have signed former Los Angeles Chargers safety Adrian Phillips to a two-year deal, according to Yahoo Sports' Charles Robinson. 

A team source tells Yahoo Sports that Pro Bowl safety Adrian Phillips has agreed to a two-year deal with the #Patriots.

— Charles Robinson (@CharlesRobinson) March 19, 2020

Turning 28 next week, Phillips is not far removed from his All-Pro season, which was in 2018. Last season, he missed over half the season due to a broken arm suffered in September, but still earned an 87.5 overall grade by PFF. He excels in coverage, which makes him a great replacement for Duron Harmon, who was traded to the Lions on Wednesday. 

New England appears to be doubling-down on their secondary after an elite 2019 season. They picked up cornerback Jason McCourty's option, gave an extension to Jason's brother, Devin, and have replaced Harmon with a player that graded better than the long-tenured Patriot last season. Phillips now enters a safety room that includes D. McCourty, Patrick Chung and Terrence Brooks.