The New England Patriots’ tight end group underwent a makeover this week.
With Dalton Keene joining fellow third-round draft pick Devin Asiasi and practice squadder Jake Burt on injured reserve, the Patriots called in reinforcements at the position.
Dylan Cantrell and David Wells signed to the practice squad after free-agent tryouts. Jordan Thomas was claimed off waivers from the Arizona Cardinals.
Thomas needs to complete his battery of COVID-19 tests before he can practice or play, so he’s unlikely to suit up Sunday night against the Baltimore Ravens. Cantrell or Wells could be elevated to the gameday roster, however, if the Patriots desire additional depth behind Ryan Izzo.