Patriots Adjust Roster: Osborn Out, Strange In

The New England Patriots have waived wide receiver K.J. Osborn, a move described as a mutual decision between the team and the player. Osborn, who had been a healthy scratch for most of the recent games, was claimed off waivers by the Washington Commanders. His departure allows the Patriots to activate offensive lineman Cole Strange from injured reserve, filling Osborn's spot on the 53-man roster. The Patriots had signed Osborn to a one-year, $4 million deal in the offseason, but he struggled to make an impact with only seven catches for 57 yards and a touchdown in seven games. This decision reflects the team's focus on developing younger receivers like Kayshon Boutte and DeMario Douglas. Additionally, the Patriots signed kicker John Parker Romo to their practice squad, indicating ongoing roster adjustments.