Patriots Elevate Rookie Edge Bradyn Swinson to 53-Man Roster After Milton Williams Lands on IR

Coach Mike Vrabel framed the move as roster protection for a developing pass rusher.

Overview

New England signed Swinson off the practice squad in a corresponding move to placing defensive tackle Milton Williams on injured reserve.
The promotion keeps other teams from signing Swinson off the practice squad under NFL rules.
Vrabel said Swinson earned the chance after improving his strength and special‑teams work, though he has yet to make his NFL debut.
A 2025 fifth‑round pick who was cut after camp and re‑signed to the practice squad, Swinson produced 60 pressures and a top pass‑rush win rate in his final season at LSU.
He slots behind Harold Landry III, K’Lavon Chaisson, Anfernee Jennings, Elijah Ponder and Caleb Murphy and could vie for rotational snaps as the team leans on internal options after trading Keion White and dealing with injuries up front.