Overview

• New England still must complete 23 transactions today to reach the NFL’s 53-player roster limit by 4 p.m. ET.
• The club began trimming on Friday with 14 cuts, a group that included tight ends Jaheim Bell and Cole Fotheringham.
• Carlton Davis described the roster-reduction day as the worst of the year, noting the bonds formed with teammates who depart.
• Drake Maye is viewed as locked into the starting quarterback job and considered a firm roster lock.
• Head coach Mike Vrabel said the team aims to handle the decisions respectfully and professionally.