Cornerback Malcolm Butler told Sports Illustrated TV that he wanted to confront either New England Patriots coach Bill Belichick or then-defensive coordinator Matt Patricia during Super Bowl 52 for being benched. Butler, who has since signed a five-year, $61 million contract with the Tennessee Titans, said he was tempted to ask for an explanation from either Belichick or Patricia after participating in every snap of the AFC Championship Game. NFL Network reported Butler was benched for multiple issues – including an illness, “a rough week of practice” and a curfew violation.
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