The slotted, essentially automatic signings of NFL Draft picks started in New England on Wednesday, as second-round outside linebacker Josh Uche reportedly inked his rookie deal with the Patriots. He is the first member of the Patriots 2020 Draft class to sign with the team, and the highest pick in the league to sign a deal up to this point.
ESPN reported the signing, citing agent Drew Rosenhaus.
Patriots signed second-round draft pick, Josh Uche, to a four-year deal, per @RosenhausSports. Uche is highest draft pick to sign to date.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter)
May 6, 2020 According to the Boston Globe, Uche signed a four-year contract with a total potential value of $5.389 million with a signing bonus of $1.48 million.
Patriots second-round pick Josh Uche (60th overall) gets a four-year deal worth $5.389m, which includes a signing bonus of $1.48m. Great value if he develops into a starter
— Ben Volin (@BenVolin)
May 6, 2020 The Patriots traded up into the second round to select the Michigan edge defender with the No. 60 overall pick.
Michigan defensive coordinator Don Brown beleives that Uche brings elite skills as a pass rusher to his new job in New England.
