Patriots add Greg Van Roten to bolster offensive line depth
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 1:50 PM
Last updated Aug 20, 2026
New England Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane discussed the team's signing of veteran offensive lineman Greg Van Roten. Spillane expressed enthusiasm for reuniting with Van Roten, a former teammate at the Las Vegas Raiders in 2023. With injuries affecting the guard position, the Patriots signed Van Roten for depth, bringing his experience of 105 NFL starts to the offensive line. This strategic addition aims to address the current challenges in the line as the NFL season unfolds.
- •Spillane highlights Van Roten's work ethic and friendship.
- •Van Roten previously played with Spillane at the Raiders.
- •Ben Brown is sidelined for multiple weeks due to injury.
- •Andrew Rupcich is on season-ending injured reserve.
- •Van Roten's experience adds stability to the offensive line.
- 1:50 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots' Robert Spillane gave initial thoughts on latest OL signing
"Patriots linebacker Robert Spillane commented on the addition of veteran Greg Van Roten to the offensive line.
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