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Patriots release running back Lan Larison before 53-man roster deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 31, 2026, 1:20 AM

Last updated Aug 31, 2026

Patriots release running back Lan Larison before 53-man roster deadline

Summary

The New England Patriots released running back Lan Larison on Sunday, arriving at the NFL's 53-man roster deadline. Larison, who joined the team as an undrafted free agent from UC Davis, spent the summer competing for a depth role in the backfield. He appeared in the preseason, including a performance against Philadelphia that drew praise from coach Mike Vrabel for his tough running. The roster move follows New England's recent acquisition of Corey Kiner via trade and the waiving of rookie running back Jam Miller with an injury designation. The team's active running back group now consists of Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson, and Kiner. Should he clear waivers, Larison is eligible to sign with the New England practice squad.

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Status Watch

•New England released Lan Larison on Sunday before the league's 53-man roster deadline.
•The team recently added Corey Kiner through a trade with the Arizona Cardinals.
•Rookie Jam Miller was also waived by the team with an injury designation.
•Lan Larison spent his rookie season on injured reserve after a preseason foot injury.
•The current active roster features running backs Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson, and Corey Kiner.

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The Patriots cut a 3,000-yard college running back just minutes before the NFL’s 53-man roster deadline Sunday. The post Patriots Cut 3,000-Yard College RB Minutes Before 53-Man Roster Deadline appeared first on HEAVY.
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