The New England Patriots announced their updated 53‑man roster early this week, solidifying the squad after a busy period of cuts, waiver claims and injury moves. The most notable change was the re‑signing of backup interior offensive lineman Ben Brown, who was briefly cut on Monday as a procedural move before returning to the team.
Key roster moves
Brown’s contract was finalized on Tuesday afternoon, joining a line that now includes veterans Will Campbell, Caleb Lomu, Morgan Moses, Alijah Vera‑Tucker and others. The Patriots also promoted rookie linebacker Erick Hunter, a former Morgan State standout who recorded 298 tackles in 45 games from 2021‑25, to the active roster.
Additional practice‑squad signings were announced, bringing in linebacker K.J. Britt, defensive tackle Jalen Hunt, offensive lineman Jake Kubas and linebacker Jose Ramirez. The team also claimed tight end Cameron Latu and linebacker Darius Muasau off waivers, while placing punter Bryce Baringer and rookie linebacker Khalil Jacobs on injured reserve.
Current depth chart
Quarterbacks (3): Drake Maye, Tommy DeVito, Behren Morton
Running backs (3): Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson, Corey Kiner
Fullback (1): Reggie Gilliam
Tight ends (4): Hunter Henry, Eli Raridon, Tanner Arkin, Cameron Latu
Wide receivers (6): A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Kyle Williams, Efton Chism III
Offensive line (10): Will Campbell, Caleb Lomu, Morgan Moses, Alijah Vera‑Tucker, Ben Brown, Dametrious Crownover, Mike Onwenu, Walter Rouse, Greg Van Roten, Jared Wilson
Defensive line (5): Christian Barmore, Milton Williams, Cory Durden, Leonard Taylor III, Joshua Farmer
Edge/Linebackers (9): Robert Spillane, Christian Elliss, Gabe Jacas, Dre’Mont Jones, Darius Muasau, Elijah Ponder, Namdi Obiazor, Quintayvious Hutchins
Cornerbacks (6): Christian Gonzalez, Carlton Davis III, Marcus Jones, Charles Woods, Karon Prunty, Channing Canada
Safeties (4): Craig Woodson, Kevin Byard, Dell Pettus, Jaylen Reed
Special teams (2): Andy Borregales, Julian Ashby
Injured reserve: Marcus Bryant (OT), Khalil Jacobs (LB), Bryce Baringer (P)
Physically unable to perform (PUP) list: Harold Landry III (Edge)
Non‑football injury (NFI) list: Brenden Schooler (S)
These moves give the Patriots depth across the board as they prepare for the upcoming season, reinforcing both the offensive and defensive units while addressing injuries sustained during preseason preparations.
Original reporting: NBC10 Boston — read the source article.
