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New England Patriots release former 1st-round pick as team finalizes 53-man roster

Yahoo! Sports | August 27, 2025

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The New England Patriots announced several notable moves on Tuesday, including the release of a former first-round draft pick, as the team finalized its 53-man roster ahead of the start of the 2025 NFL season.

The Patriots released 21 players, most notably 2022 first-round draft choice Cole Strange, and placed two others on injured reserve to reach the mandatory roster limit.

New England Patriots NFL football first round draft pick, offensive linesman Cole Strange, speaks with the media at Gillette Stadium, Friday, April 29, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)
New England Patriots NFL football first round draft pick, offensive linesman Cole Strange, speaks with the media at Gillette Stadium, Friday, April 29, 2022, in Foxborough, Mass. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)

Players who were cut are as follows, according to the team’s official website:

  • CB Miles Battle

  • G Mehki Butler

  • G Jack Conley

  • CB Brandon Crossley

  • TE C.

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