Overview

• The team announced the signing Wednesday after he was seen preparing for practice, as first noted by ESPN’s Mike Reiss.
• A 2021 second-round pick from UCF, Grant spent four seasons with the Falcons and signed with the 49ers in March before an August cutdown release.
• His career totals include 67 games, 33 starts, 275 tackles and three interceptions, along with significant special-teams work.
• He fills the Patriots’ final practice-squad spot following two releases and the addition of tight end Marshall Lang earlier this week.
• He could be elevated if Hawkins remains out, with recent coverage issues at safety reinforcing the need for depth.