The Patriots made all their necessary cuts today, getting their roster down to the required 53 players. Of course, things are still very fluid and there could be plenty of more movement over the next day or so. But for now, we get to overreact.
They cut a draft pick! But I loved that undrafted rookie! What happens if that guy gets hurt!
Yes, I’m sure you’re already as sick of those people as I am. Who cares. The Pats are stacked again.
Overall there were a few surprises, as there always are, but no true shockers. There are certainly some spots of concern, but those could still be addressed in the next day or so as there are now plenty of available players on the open market, many of whom could potentially help in the Pats’ trouble spots: wide receiver, running back and offensive tackle.
Here’s how things shook out on the depth chart: