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Devin McCourty has accepted a reduced salary; Will save Patriots 2.8 million

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Devin McCourty hopes to remain a safety with the Patriots — Devin McCourty works with the Patriots to save them cap space

The New England Patriots have been very good at managing their money over the years to keep their good players. Devin McCourty is the latest to make sure his team saves money.

Patriots FS Devin McCourty agreed to reduce 2016 his base salary by $3.74 million.

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The entire $3.74 million was converted into a signing bonus, so he’s not losing any money. The moves frees up $2.8 million in cap space. McCourty is under contract through 2019, according to RotoWorld.com.

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Damond TalbotSeptember 11, 2016

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