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Patriots Add Thayer Munford Jr. to 53-Man Roster, Place Alex Austin on IR

New England moves to bolster tackle depth following injuries to rookie starters.

Overview

  • The Patriots signed offensive tackle Thayer Munford Jr. off the Browns’ practice squad to the 53-man roster, returning him for a second stint and reuniting him with offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels.
  • Cornerback Alex Austin was placed on injured reserve and must miss a minimum of four games.
  • New England re-signed guard Bill Murray to the practice squad and released running back Jonathan Ward, keeping the 53-man roster and practice squad at capacity.
  • Rookie linemen Will Campbell (knee) and Jared Wilson (ankle) remain sidelined after Sunday’s game, with no injured reserve designation for either.
  • With Munford added, the Patriots list four healthy tackles on the 53-man roster: Munford, Morgan Moses, Vederian Lowe and rookie Marcus Bryant.