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Report: Patriots release veteran defensive tackle several days before roster cutdown deadline

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The New England Patriots have a few days to trim their roster from 90 players to 53 but got an early start Saturday, reportedly cutting a veteran defensive player.

Defensive tackle Carl Davis will be hitting the open market after being cut by the Patriots, according to Masslive’s Mark Daniels.

Patriots have cut defensive tackle Carl Davis, per source.

I'm a bit surprised as I thought he was solid last year.

— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) August 26, 2023

The 6′5″, 320-pound lineman was a steady and consistent presence on New England’s defensive line over the past two seasons.