Another Patriots re-signing on defense.

The Pats reached terms with backup defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale on Friday morning, per the NFL Network. Ekuale is the 10th Patriots player to re-sign this offseason and the seventh defender. Last season, he tallied two sacks, three QB hits and 14 tackles.

After originally signing with the Patriots in 2021, Ekuale survived roster cuts last summer despite facing a 2-game suspension to start the season. He played 36% of the team’s defensive snaps, primarily as an interior pass rusher. The 29-year-old had previous stints in Jacksonville and Cleveland.

The Patriots’ only defensive free agents who have not re-signed are safety Devin McCourty (retirement) and cornerback Joejuan Williams.