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Patriots Elevate Rookie TE C.J. Dippre to 53-Man Roster, Reshape Depth Chart

The promotion addresses tight end depth with Austin Hooper in concussion protocol.

Overview

  • The team released safety John Saunders Jr. to create the roster spot for Dippre.
  • Linebacker Otis Reese joined the practice squad after previous stops with Mike Vrabel’s Titans and the Bills.
  • The Patriots placed linebacker Darius Harris on practice-squad injured reserve after three game-day elevations.
  • Vrabel said Harris was under consideration for a 53-man promotion but is not physically ready at this time.
  • Dippre, 23, had spent the season on the practice squad without a game elevation after college stints at Maryland and Alabama, where he logged 65 catches for 782 yards and three touchdowns.