Patriots claim Tejhaun Palmer, waive Jeremiah Franklin ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 4, 2026, 10:29 PM
Last updated Aug 4, 2026
The New England Patriots claimed wide receiver Tejhaun Palmer off waivers from the Arizona Cardinals on August 4, 2026, while releasing tight end Jeremiah Franklin in a corresponding move. Palmer's addition comes as the Patriots faced depth issues among wide receivers due to Cameron Dorner's absence from practice. Franklin's release reduces the tight end group to six, with Hunter Henry remaining the top option. Both transactions do not impact the salary cap significantly.
- •Tejhaun Palmer claimed off waivers from Arizona Cardinals.
- •Jeremiah Franklin waived as a corresponding move.
- •Cameron Dorner's absence prompted roster action.
- •Patriots tight end group reduced to six players.
- •No significant cap impact from these transactions.
- 10:29 PMYahoo Sports — What claiming Tejhaun Palmer, waiving Jeremiah Franklin means for the Patriots
"The Patriots made a pair of transactions on Tuesday.
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