The Patriots have released 35-year old cornerback Shawn Springs.  Springs played in 12 games for the Patriots last season in which he had 40 tackles, he defensed 4 passes and he had 1 interception.  He has now played in 169 games in his NFL career in which he has made 682 tackles, defensed 138 passes, he had 8.5 sacks, forced 5 fumbles and he intercepted 33 passes (2 returned for TDs).  This could be the end for Springs unless some team is desperate for help.