Patriots Release Linebacker Marte Mapu

0:00On April 7th, the New England Patriots are shaking up their linebacker room again, planning to release back up Marta Mapu. This third round pick from 2023 has played in 44 NFL games with 10 starts, and he's heading into the final year of his deal in. 2026 with a base salary of $1.5-$08 million. Earlier this month, they cut Jalani to vie and let Jack Gibbons walk without a tender. He ended up with the Arizona Cardinals. Now Mapu joins that list, according to sources telling ESPN's Mike Rice. Mapu showed promise early on, suiting up for all 17 games as a rookie. Then in 2024, he started on Inter Reserve, but bounced back with career bests of six passes defended and 46 tackles over just 10 games. Last season, he played every regular season game plus all four playoff matchups, but his defensive snap strapped to 120. He stepped up big on special teams, though, logging 255 snaps, tying for the team lead with eight solo tackles there, and totaling 12 overall.

1:07As the Pats rebuild their depth, Mapu's versatility can land him elsewhere quick. Keep an eye on where this talented 26-year-old ends up. Next, from around the league, powered by AI. This is NFL News Today.