Patriots host five free agents for workouts, release linebacker

Patriots host five free agents for workouts, release linebacker originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston

The New England Patriots are doing their due diligence before training camp practices get underway later this week.

Running backs Demetric Felton and Gary Brightwell, guards Jack Anderson and Mike Panasiuk, and defensive tackle Jaleel Johnson visited Gillette Stadium for free-agent workouts on Monday, per the NFL transaction wire. The team opened a roster spot by releasing undrafted rookie linebacker Jontrey Hunter.

Felton, 26, was selected by the Cleveland Browns in the sixth round of the 2021 NFL Draft. The UCLA product operated as a receiving back in his rookie season, tallying 18…