Patriots sign safety Elliott Davison to practice squad roster

The New England Patriots added safety Elliott Davison to their practice squad on Friday, filling the vacancy created by the release of defensive tackle Jalen Hunt. Davison enters the system as an undrafted free agent following his time with the New Orleans Saints during the offseason. The former Incarnate Word and UTSA defensive back recorded four interceptions and 55 tackles in college, demonstrating the turnover-creating ability the Patriots coaching staff seeks. While the team possesses a veteran group of safeties led by Kevin Byard III, the addition offers depth ahead of the season opener against the Seattle Seahawks. New England’s front office maintains a fluid approach to the bottom of the roster, often using practice-squad spots to evaluate potential special-teams contributors. Davison will now work with the scout team as he attempts to build a case for an active roster spot.

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