Patriots waive defensive tackle Travis Shaw ahead of training camp

The New England Patriots waived defensive tackle Travis Shaw on July 17, 2026, just ahead of training camp. At 6-foot-5 and 335 pounds, Shaw was the largest defender on the roster. He joined the team as an undrafted free agent after a tryout in May, but was unlikely to secure a spot due to his lack of collegiate production. His release leaves the Patriots with eight interior defensive linemen, maintaining a salary cap status unchanged at $34.2 million. The Patriots now have an open roster spot to fill.

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