Patriots audition edge rushers ahead of Bills matchup

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Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Patriots audition edge rushers ahead of Bills matchup
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The New England Patriots conducted tryouts for outside linebackers Victor Dimukeje and Eric Watts on Tuesday ahead of their Week 4 game against the Buffalo Bills. Although neither player was signed, the team seeks to bolster its edge rushers. Dimukeje, a former sixth-round pick, has had stints with the Cardinals and Giants, while Watts, a rookie free agent in 2024, played for the Jets. The Patriots currently hold four edge defenders on their roster and two on the practice squad. They travel to Buffalo for a 1 p.m. ET kickoff.

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  • •Victor Dimukeje and Eric Watts tried out for the Patriots
  • •Patriots have two open roster spots ahead of Week 4
  • •Dimukeje has played 55 games in the NFL over four seasons
  • •Watts registered 23 tackles in 18 games with the Jets
  • •Patriots face the Bills on Sunday at 1 p.m. ET
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The Patriots are looking at a pair of free agents heading into Week 4.

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