The writing was on the wall for New England Patriots long snapper Joe Cardona.
The Patriots released Cardona on Tuesday just days after they surprisingly selected his replacement in Vanderbilt’s Julian Ashby in the seventh round of the 2025 NFL Draft.
Cardona, 33, was the longest-tenured player on New England’s roster and the Patriots parting ways with him further signals the changing of the guard taking place in Foxboro this offseason. Cardona spent the last 10 seasons with the franchise and was a part of two Super Bowl-winning teams.
“Thank you for your commitment and dedication, Joe,” the Patriots posted on their X account.