Patriots linebacker Chad Muma faces potential roster cut before deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 11:08 AM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
Chad Muma, once a leading candidate for a backup linebacker position with the New England Patriots, is now in jeopardy of being cut. Muma entered training camp as the preferred choice but has seen his standing decline following lackluster preseason performances and injury interruptions. Other players, including K.J. Britt and rookies Khalil Jacobs and Namdi Obiazor, are emerging as contenders for roster spots. The Patriots need to finalize their 53-man roster by August 30, allowing Muma a final chance to secure his position in the upcoming preseason finale.
- •Muma was seen as a key backup but has struggled in preseason.
- •K.J. Britt has improved and is competing for the linebacker role.
- •Rookies Jacobs and Obiazor are also contending for roster spots.
- •Patriots must finalize their roster by August 30.
- •Muma needs a strong performance in the preseason finale to stay hopeful.
- 11:08 AMYahoo Sports — Patriots Veteran Emerges As Potential Surprise Cut Candidate
"Chad Muma entered Patriots training camp as the favorite for a key backup role, but an emerging veteran and two rookies could threaten his roster spot.
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