"Josh Barrett knows that with the Patriots' logjam at safety, it's going to take the trait that Bill Belichick, and the entire organization for that matter, might value more than any other to make the roster: versatility. That's why you will see the 27-year-old safety — who played in five games and started four a year ago before landing on season-ending injured reserve after a Week 9 loss to the New York Giants — roaming the practice fields wearing many hats in the defensive backfield and with the special teams unit. "Anytime you come into camp there is going to be competition," said the 6-foot-2, 225-pound Barrett. "This year is this year and the competition is at its peak. That's what's going to make this team its best, so it's good."" Read more: http://www.bostonherald.com/sports/...20220805barrett_up_for_any_role_to_stay_safe/