Patriots waive Mitch Van Vooren after signing Greg Van Roten
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 10:18 PM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
The New England Patriots waived tight end Mitch Van Vooren on August 18, 2026, following the signing of offensive lineman Greg Van Roten. Van Vooren, who played only three snaps in the preseason opener against the Colts, struggled to make an impact since joining the team. His departure reduces the active tight end group to five players, including reliable options Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon. Van Vooren's one-year contract had no cap impact, as his base salary was non-guaranteed. The Patriots continue to assess their roster depth at tight end.
- •Mitch Van Vooren waived by the Patriots on August 18, 2026.
- •Greg Van Roten signed with the Patriots, prompting the roster change.
- •Van Vooren had limited playing time in the preseason opener.
- •Patriots tight end group now includes five players.
- •Van Vooren's contract had no impact on the salary cap.
- 10:18 PMYahoo Sports — What waiving Mitch Van Vooren means for the Patriots
"The Patriots parted ways with the tight end after signing offensive lineman Greg Van Roten.
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