Patriots make first reported cuts ahead of 53-man roster deadline
Pats Pulpit • • sports
Key Points:
- The New England Patriots have begun trimming their roster from 91 players to comply with the NFL's 53-man roster limit by the August 30 deadline, starting by waiving 15 players including wide receivers, offensive linemen, linebackers, and defensive backs.
- Notable cuts include wide receivers Kyle Dixon, Nick DeGennaro, and Cameron Dorner, as well as tight end C.J. Dippre and several defensive players such as Jesse Luketa and Marcellas Dial Jr.
- Some waived players, like safety Eric Butler, were released with injury designations and may revert to injured reserve if unclaimed.
- The roster reduction follows a busy preseason where many of the released players contributed in limited roles or were undrafted free agents trying to secure a spot.
- After these moves and a trade, the Patriots' roster currently stands at 76 players, with further cuts expected before the league deadline on Sunday.
