Peppers also missed last week’s game against the Denver Broncos, which forced Jalen Mills to play more safety.

Source: https://nesn.com/2023/12/patriots-rule-out-jabrill-peppers-wide-receiver-for-bills-matchup/

Remember, the Patriots signed Jalen Mills a couple of offseasons ago after he played multiple spots on defense for the Eagles over five seasons.

Source: https://www.boston.com/sports/new-england-patriots/2023/02/12/super-bowl-lvii-chiefs-eagles-potential-patriots-players-to-watch-nfl-offseason-free-agency-news-rumors-orlando-brown-juju-smith-schuster-cj-gardner-johnson/

The New England Patriots and defensive back Jalen Mills are not parting ways after all.

Source: https://www.bleedinggreennation.com/2023/3/22/23651767/eagles-news-philadelphia-best-free-agent-signings-nfl-rashaad-penny-pff-running-back-rb

The Pats dearly missed an injured Jalen Mills, the only corner in their rotation taller than 5-foot-11.

Source: https://www.bostonherald.com/2023/02/21/potential-patriots-draft-targets-5-cornerbacks-to-watch-in-the-1st-round/