Patriots to release LB Marte Mapu
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Key Points:
- The New England Patriots have informed linebacker Marte Mapu that they intend to release him, according to ESPN's Mike Reiss.
- Mapu, 26, was a third-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft and has appeared in 44 games with 10 starts over three seasons.
- Last season, Mapu primarily contributed on special teams, playing 58% of those snaps but only 12% of defensive snaps.
- During his time with the Patriots, Mapu recorded 89 total tackles, three interceptions, 12 passes defensed, and five forced fumbles.
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