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Patriots release linebacker K.J. Britt after signing two players

Boston Herald • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 6:33 PM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Patriots release linebacker K.J. Britt after signing two players
Summary

The New England Patriots released linebacker K.J. Britt on Monday. Britt had signed a one-year contract with the organization earlier this offseason. The move follows the team's decision to claim two other players. The Patriots continue to reshape their roster following the conclusion of their preseason schedule. ESPN first reported the transaction involving the veteran free-agent addition. The team has not yet released further details regarding the specific players claimed or the reasoning behind the roster adjustment.

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  • •The Patriots released linebacker K.J. Britt on Monday.
  • •Britt signed a one-year contract with the team this offseason.
  • •The roster move comes after the organization claimed two players.
  • •ESPN was the first to report the release of the veteran linebacker.
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  • 6:33 PMBoston Herald — Patriots releasing veteran linebacker after claiming two players - Boston Herald
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The Patriots have cut another one of their veteran free-agent offseason additions.

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