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Patriots Stand Pat at Trade Deadline as Vrabel Says Deals Aren't 'Close'

Vrabel framed the quiet deadline decision as a long-term program-building choice.

Overview

  • Team vetted options, making calls on potential additions, including edge rushers and running backs.
  • The only move announced was signing wide receiver Brenden Rice to the practice squad.
  • In the week prior, New England executed pick-swap trades sending safety Kyle Dugger to the Steelers and lineman Keion White to the 49ers.
  • The Patriots are 7-2 and lead the AFC East as they turn the page to Week 10 at Tampa Bay.
  • Around the league, rivals were active, highlighted by the Colts acquiring Sauce Gardner from the Jets for two first-round picks and wide receiver Adonai Mitchell.