Patriots Reshape Roster Before 2025 NFL Draft

The New England Patriots have released four players—linebackers Curtis Jacobs and Andrew Parker Jr., offensive tackle Caleb Jones, and center Lecitus Smith—as part of their ongoing roster overhaul. These moves reduce the Patriots' roster to 69 players, leaving 21 open spots which they could potentially fill with their nine picks in the upcoming 2025 NFL Draft. Jacobs, initially claimed off waivers from the Kansas City Chiefs, played in nine games primarily on special teams, while Smith, signed from the Packers' practice squad, provided depth after the injury to David Andrews. Parker and Jones spent their time primarily on the practice squad without significant contribution to the main roster. Under the new leadership of Mike Vrabel and Eliot Wolf, the Patriots are actively reconfiguring their team, having signed several new players in recent weeks. This overhaul follows a disappointing season, as the team aims to improve its performance in the upcoming NFL season.