Overview
- The Patriots released offensive lineman Caedan Wallace and are expected to place him on waivers, sources reported Monday.
- Wallace was the No. 68 overall pick in the 2024 draft and saw limited action across his first two seasons before moving from tackle to guard and being demoted on the depth chart.
- New England re-signed long snapper Niko Lalos — who had signed a one‑year deal in March and been cut in May — to fill Wallace’s spot on the active roster.
- The roster swap keeps the Patriots at full capacity for upcoming joint practices and the preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts and preserves special‑teams depth.
- The move closes one chapter of the Patriots’ 2024 draft evaluation and gives Wallace a chance for a fresh start if another team claims him off waivers.