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Devin McCourty believes rookie Marte Mapu can ‘realistically’ get playing time at safety

Devin McCourty’s retirement left a hole for the Patriots to fill in their secondary.

Kyle Dugger and Jabrill Peppers are both expected to be a big part of the Patriots’ plan at safety. Jalen Mills has indicated he’s open to playing some safety as well.

But, there’s also a rookie who McCourty thinks could jump into the mix. Third-round pick Marte Mapu.

“From watching him play football, it looks like he can do it.