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What their first wave of roster cuts means for the Patriots

The New England Patriots wasted no time turning the page after their preseason finale. Less than 24 hours after their 42-10 loss to the New York Giants, head coach Mike Vrabel announced that his team had parted ways with 14 players in preparation of the upcoming NFL roster cutdown deadline.

As Vrabel said during a press conference on Friday, quarterback Ben Wooldridge, running backs Micah Bernard and Shane Watts, wide receiver Phil Lutz Jr., tight ends Jaheim Bell and Cole Fotheringham, offensive linemen Sidy Sow and Tyrese Robinson, defensive tackles Kyle Peko and Philip Blidi, linebackers Monty Rice and R.