Patriots host defensive backs in workouts after waiving linebacker
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 31, 2026, 9:43 PM
Last updated Jul 31, 2026
The New England Patriots worked out safeties Eric Butler and Tysheem Johnson at Gillette Stadium on July 31. This follows the team's decision to waive linebacker Otis Reese, creating an open roster spot. Butler, who played at San Diego State, had multiple college accolades and participated in rookie minicamps with the Raiders and Saints. Johnson, a former player at Ole Miss and Oregon, was previously waived by the Bears and spent time on the Falcons' practice squad last season. The Patriots are set for another training camp session on August 1.
- •Patriots waived linebacker Otis Reese on July 31.
- •Butler was previously invited to rookie minicamp with Raiders and Saints.
- •Johnson has experience from Ole Miss and Oregon, totaling six college interceptions.
- •Patriots training camp continues on August 1.
- 9:43 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots work out two defensive backs after opening roster spot
"The organization waived linebacker Otis Reese on Friday morning.
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