Patriots Place OL Greg Van Roten on Injured Reserve and Release LB Riley Wilson from the Practice Squad
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Key Points:
- Van Roten, a 36-year-old offensive lineman, was signed by the New England Patriots on August 18, 2026, and has extensive NFL experience with multiple teams since 2012, including the Packers, Panthers, Jets, Bills, Raiders, and Giants.
- He has played in 147 regular season games with 106 starts, primarily at right guard, and recently started at right guard for the Patriots in their game against Jacksonville.
- Wilson, a 24-year-old linebacker, joined the Patriots on July 22, 2026, initially on the practice squad, and has a collegiate career spanning Hawaii, Montana, and Arizona with notable defensive stats including 193 tackles and 16 sacks.
- In his final college season at Arizona, Wilson played 11 games, recording 51 tackles and 3 sacks, showcasing his potential as a defensive contributor.
