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Patriots notebook: Bradley Fletcher released after a short stay

ARLINGTON, Texas — Cornerback Bradley Fletcher struggled to consistently perform with the Patriots, and his brief tenure ended yesterday.

Fletcher, who was released before the Patriots departed for Dallas, suffered a hamstring injury during practice last week. It’s not serious, but a source said he wouldn’t have been able to play today against the Cowboys if needed. However, Fletcher was a healthy scratch in Week 3 against the Jaguars after falling behind cornerback Justin Coleman on the depth chart.

Quarterbacks Ben Roethlisberger and Tyrod Taylor were 8-of-10 for 129 yards and one touchdown when targeting Fletcher, who was also flagged once for pass interference.