Patriots release two players to accommodate new signings
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 9:25 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The New England Patriots have released cornerback Kenneth Harris and wide receiver Kobe Prentice to make room for new signings, including offensive lineman Jack Conley and punter Matt Haack. These roster moves come ahead of the final week of preseason football and follow the loss of punter Bryce Baringer to injury and several offensive line injuries. Harris and Prentice were both undrafted free agents acquired this offseason, with Prentice leading the team in receiving yards during the preseason opener. Additionally, the Patriots traded wide receiver Kayshon Boutte to the Houston Texans for safety Jaylen Reed and a 2028 seventh-round draft pick.
- •Kenneth Harris and Kobe Prentice are released by the Patriots.
- •Newly signed players include offensive lineman Jack Conley and punter Matt Haack.
- •Bryce Baringer is injured, prompting the signing of Haack.
- •Kayshon Boutte traded to the Texans for Jaylen Reed and a draft pick.
- •The roster moves come during the final week of preseason football.
- 9:25 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots announce two releases to make room for new signings
"The New England Patriots made multiple roster moves to kick-start the final week of preseason football.
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