When asked what sealed the deal for him to decide to join the AFC East squad, Davis indicated the opportunity to do something historical, being a priority and the opportunity to be a leader appealed to him, when he was pitched leaving Detroit to sign with New England.

Carlton Davis contract with New England Patriots is for three years and $60 million in free agency, leaving Detroit Lions without their starting CB.

Veteran Carlton Davis III, who joined the Lions via trade with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers last offseason, has agreed to a monster three-year deal worth up to $60 million (with $34.5 million guaranteed) with the New England Patriots, according to multiple reports.

New Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis met with the media for the first time on Thursday since signing with New England and his first interaction with the media was an awkward one.

The Detroit Lions may not be able to meet with the contract demands of veteran cornerback Carlton Davis. After one season in Motown, the 28-year-old is expected to be coveted by multiple NFL teams during free agency.

If the Detroit Lions can't agree on a new deal with cornerback Carlton Davis III, there are options available in free agency.