Another former Patriot has moved out west.
Defensive back Ty Law agreed to terms on a deal with the Denver Broncos yesterday. Kevin Poston, Law’s agent, confirmed the news in an e-mail.
Law is expected to sign the deal today, pending the passing of his physical. He may even make it out to practice as the Broncos (6-1) prepare to host the Steelers Monday night.
Law becomes the latest former New England player to reunite with Broncos coach Josh McDaniels, who spent his previous eight seasons as an assistant with the Patriots.
A first-round pick by New England in 1995, Law helped the Patriots to three Super Bowl titles. He played for the Jets last season after sitting out the first 10 weeks.
The 35-year-old Law, a five-time Pro Bowl selection, will fit right in with veteran defensive backs Champ Bailey, Andre’ Goodman, Brian Dawkins, and Renaldo Hill, all in their 30s.
With Bailey and Goodman turning in solid seasons on the corners, Law might be utilized more in nickel packages. The Broncos are currently using Jack Williams and rookie Alphonso Smith in that role.
Colts place pair on IR
The Colts lost cornerback Marlin Jackson and strong safety Bob Sanders for the season, putting them on injured reserve. Jackson, who missed the second half of the 2008 season after injuring his right knee during practice, suffered an anterior cruciate ligament injury to his left knee during a noncontact drill Wednesday. He had been rehabbing the knee after he was hurt against Seattle Oct. 4. Sanders, a two-time Pro Bowler, tore his left biceps against the 49ers last weekend and will need surgery.
Rodgers ‘not limited’
Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers and receiver Donald Driver practiced and are probable for tomorrow’s game at Tampa Bay. Rodgers suffered a sprained toe in last Sunday’s 38-26 loss to the Vikings and has been coping with a sprain in his other foot the past few weeks. Coach Mike McCarthy said Rodgers was able to do everything in practice and didn’t have limited mobility, adding that Driver had a good practice after treatment for a neck injury. The Packers also are expected to have veteran tackles Chad Clifton and Mark Tauscher ready.
Time to pay up
