Patriots Let Go of Alex Austin, Free Agent Now

0:00This is Corey with NFL News Today, powered by the Daily News Now. Subscribe for daily updates on your team. The New England Patriots have decided not to tend a restricted free agent cornerback, Alex Austin. That means the veteran defensive back is now an unrestricted free agent, free to sign with any team. Austin was a 7-ground pick by the Buffalo Bills in the 2023 draft. He joined the Patriots late in his rookie year and became a reliable def player on defense. For 29 games, he started 6 times and posted 31 tackles, 8 passes defended, and 1 interception. Injury slowed him down last season, and his defensive snap dropped to 20 percent after the team at a Carlton Davis III, though he stepped up more on special teams at 39 percent. The Patriots might seek more defensive back depth now, or they could count on Marcella's dial junior, returning from his torn ACL last year. Austin shared a positive note online, saying he has lasting love for New England, and is

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