"The team has also utilized its high waiver wire priority to add several players to the roster, with former Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito the most recognizable to Patriots fans. Making a move at third-string quarterback doesn't exactly move the needle for a rebuilding team like New England, but it does hint at a clear agenda for Vrabel in Year 1 as head coach of the Patriots."
"It's been about seven months since the Patriots announced Vrabel as the 16th head coach in franchise history, and he's spent the bulk of that time ridding the roster of players with strong ties to the Bill Belichick regime. Per Mike Giardi of Boston Sports Journal, the Patriots re-upped five such players prior to the 2024 season in Peppers, Davon Godchaux, David Andrews, Joe Cardona, and Kendrick Bourne."
Mike Vrabel has spent his first year overhauling the New England Patriots roster, removing many veteran players tied to the Bill Belichick era. The team released safety Jabrill Peppers and has moved on from Davon Godchaux, David Andrews, Joe Cardona, and Kendrick Bourne after having re-signed them earlier. Kyle Dugger and Anfernee Jennings were considered trade candidates before final cuts. The Patriots used high waiver priority to add multiple players, including former Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito as a third-string option. The roster moves emphasize culture and scheme fit over retaining established veteran talent during Vrabel's rebuild.
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