NFL.com · Dec 26, 2015
Pats waive Hankerson; will he rejoin New England?
Leonard Hankerson is going back on waivers.
The New England Patriots officially waived the receiver just 10 days after claiming him from the Atlanta Falcons, the team announced.
NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport added that if Hankerson clears waivers the belief is he will return to New England.
The reason behind the catch-and-release move by the Patriots, per Rapoport, is that Hankerson hasn't been in the offense long enough to contribute Sunday, but New England would like him in the fold later in the season (i.e. playoffs) or next year.
The fifth-year pro was active for the Patriots last week but played just 10 snaps and was targeted zero times.
