Practice Squad

[NWPATSFAN]

Bolden is back
He's like a rash you can't get rid of.

No 3rd string QB I find this quite risky.

 

[BigKen]

After concluding their roster cutdowns on Saturday, the New England Patriots started signing players to their practice squad. Overall, the defending world champions announced that nine of a potential 10 players have been added as of yesterday. Among them was defensive tackle Darius Kilgo, who was released by the team on Saturday.

However, according to ESPN Boston's Mike Reiss, Kilgo's stint on the practice squad was a rather short one:

Patriots making some early-morning moves on practice squad. They informed DT Darius Kilgo of his release.

As a follow-up, the Patriots have filled Kilgo's spot by signing a wide receiver and kick returner: Demarcus Ayers (per the Houston Chronicle's Aaron Wilson):

Patriots signed former @UHCougarFB Steelers wide receiver DeMarcus Ayers to practice squad

Ayers originally entered the NFL in 2016 as a seventh round draft pick by the Pittsburgh Steelers. The 23-year old appeared in four games during his rookie campaign and finished with nine catches for 80 yards and one touchdown. While the Steelers dif not use the 5'10, 190 lbs receiver on special teams last year, he does bring some ability in this area to the table.

At Houston, Ayers returned 28 punts for 290 yards and a touchdown while also adding 1,613 yards on 71 yards and a score on kickoff returns. During his 2015 senior campaign, he was named to the All-AAC's first team as a kickoff returner. Furthermore, Ayers ran back two punts for 23 yards during the Steelers' preseason

 

[BigKen]

Bolden is not officially back yet. Someone has to be cut from the 53 man Roster or sent to the practice squad.

Brandon Bolden's time away from the New England Patriots was short-lived.

According to ESPN's Mike Reiss, the team is set to begin practice on Monday afternoon in preparation for their Thursday opener against the Kansas City Chiefs and the expectation is that running back Brandon Bolden will be back with he team.

Bolden was released during roster cuts on Saturday, but it appears like the team will now make room for him to make his return to Foxboro.

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The back has been with the Patriots since the team signed him as an undrafted free agent following the 2012 NFL Draft.

Bolden has been a key special teams player for New England and has been a part of two Super Bowl winning teams. In his time with the team, he's also logged 845 rushing yards on 203 carries for six touchdowns and 46 receptions for 366 yards and two scores.

He'll likely retain his special teams role upon his official return while also serving as the team's emergency running back.

 

[NWPATSFAN]

Bolden is not officially back yet. Someone has to be cut from the 53 man Roster or sent to the practice squad.

Brandon Bolden's time away from the New England Patriots was short-lived.

According to ESPN's Mike Reiss, the team is set to begin practice on Monday afternoon in preparation for their Thursday opener against the Kansas City Chiefs and the expectation is that running back Brandon Bolden will be back with he team.

Bolden was released during roster cuts on Saturday, but it appears like the team will now make room for him to make his return to Foxboro.

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The back has been with the Patriots since the team signed him as an undrafted free agent following the 2012 NFL Draft.

Bolden has been a key special teams player for New England and has been a part of two Super Bowl winning teams. In his time with the team, he's also logged 845 rushing yards on 203 carries for six touchdowns and 46 receptions for 366 yards and two scores.

He'll likely retain his special teams role upon his official return while also serving as the team's emergency running back.

I guess I was thinking PS for Bolden not a roster spot

 

[BigKen]

Bolden isn't eligible for the practice squad.

A player must have less than 2 years in the league or less than 9 games played on a 53 man roster. I think BB is ready to move someone to the PS but he wants to be sure it's not someone who will say "No" and walk away. This where BB will pay a player the league min. to keep him on the PS and be ready if needed.

 

[NWPATSFAN]

Bolden isn't eligible for the practice squad.

A player must have less than 2 years in the league or less than 9 games played on a 53 man roster. I think BB is ready to move someone to the PS but he wants to be sure it's not someone who will say "No" and walk away. This where BB will pay a player the league min. to keep him on the PS and be ready if needed.

Thanks forgot you can't just send anyone down to the PS.
Not sure why BB continues to keep him around? Unless he didn't like what he saw from the recent pick ups? Especially with Tyreek Hill coming to town?
Belichick leery of how Chiefs will use Tyreek Hill

 

[Southieinnc]

Demarcus Ayers Receiver from Pittsburgh Steelers cut. Returned Kicks and punts in college

 

[NWPATSFAN]

McClellin to short term IR opened up that spot for Bolden. What happens when McClellin returns?

 

[BigKen]

Demarcus Ayers Receiver from Pittsburgh Steelers cut. Returned Kicks and punts in college

Cut from the Patriots?? He was just signed yesterday.

 

[Southieinnc]

Cut from the Patriots?? He was just signed yesterday.

I did not say that well. He was signed by Pats after Steelers cut him.