Patriots Promote Rookie Kobee Minor, 2025 'Mr. Irrelevant,' to 53-Man Roster

Overview

• New England signed the rookie cornerback to the active roster from the practice squad, according to the team.
• Cornerback Miles Battle and offensive lineman Brenden Jaimes were added to the practice squad after clearing waivers.
• The Patriots also signed tight end Marshall Lang to the practice squad and released running back Jashaun Corbin.
• Minor, the final pick in the 2025 draft, has appeared in three games with one tackle, logging 17% of defensive snaps and 16% on special teams.
• His addition gives the Patriots 52 players on the 53-man roster, so further moves would be needed to activate Will Campbell, Milton Williams or Alex Austin by Saturday at 4 p.m. to be eligible for Sunday against the Dolphins.