The Patriots have signed 27-year old cornerback Leigh Bodden to a 1-year, $2.25 million dollar contract.  Bodden played in all 16 games for the Lions last season and he made 73 tackles, defensed 11 passes, forced 3 fumbles and he made 1 interception.  Bodden has now played in 75 games in his NFL career and he has made 291 tackles, defensed 58 passes, forced 8 fumbles and he has intercepted 13 passes.  This was a great signing for the Patriots as Bodden should make a impact in 2009.