Patriots Clear Cap Space for Free Agency

0:00From the Daily News Now Network, this is NFL News Today. Subscribe to Keep Up With Every Headline, Every Game. The New England Patriots are clearing cap space for big moves ahead of the 2026 league year. They plan to release veteran wider receiver Stefan Diggs right after it starts next Wednesday, boosting their space from about $41 million. Dollars to $57 million. Team sources say the Patriots are eyeing veteran edge rushers in free agency. They might also chase wider receivers like Alec Pierce from the Colts or AJ Brown from the Eagles to shake up the roster. This signal's head coach Mike Raible is not standing pat after their 2025 AFC title. The team seems ready to part with key players from last season if it means getting better. Other potential cuts include wider receiver Demario Douglas who could free up $3.7 million. His snaps dropped sharply last year despite some big blocks. Safety Marte Ma Poo and offensive lineman Caden Wallace are also on the bubble worth

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