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Patriots' Cole Strange Enters Final Preseason Audition With Roster Spot in Jeopardy

National and local reports portray the former first‑rounder as a cut or trade possibility given New England's deeper offensive line.

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 22: Cole Strange #69 of the New England Patriots looks on prior to a game against the Buffalo Bills at Highmark Stadium on December 22, 2024 in Orchard Park, New York. (Photo by Bryan Bennett/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • He is expected to take snaps at center as well as guard in the Patriots’ final preseason game to showcase interior swing value before cuts.
  • NFL.com’s Eric Edholm labeled him an obvious cut candidate with the league’s roster deadline approaching.
  • New England fortified the line with No. 4 pick Will Campbell, veteran tackle Morgan Moses, veteran center Garrett Bradbury and rookie Jared Wilson, tightening competition up front.
  • The Patriots declined his fifth-year option, leaving him in the final season of his rookie contract.
  • Strange’s availability has been limited, including just three games in 2024 after knee surgery and a stint on the PUP list.