It didn't take long for free-agent cornerback Shawn Springs to find a new home, or for the New England Patriots to strengthen their secondary with a veteran cover man.
Springs agreed to a contract with the Patriots last week after visiting with team officials. A source told ESPN.com's John Clayton on Monday that the deal is worth in excess of $10.5 million over three years, and if Springs reaches all of his playing incentives he could make as much as $13 million.
The addition of Springs will restore his twice-a-season matchup opposite receiver Terrell Owens, who signed with the Buffalo Bills over the weekend. As a Washington Redskin, Springs usually did well in trying to contain Owens when the was a Dallas Cowboy. The 33-year-old Springs is particularly strong covering receivers out of the slot.
