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New England Patriots: Early 53-Man Roster Projection

By Marcus Stanois

Dec 18, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) wait to take the field before the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports
Dec 18, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) and wide receiver Julian Edelman (11) wait to take the field before the game against the Denver Broncos at Sports Authority Field. Mandatory Credit: Chris Humphreys-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jan 14, 2017; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots defensive end Alan Branch (97) and teammates on the field against the Houston Texans in the first half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: David Butler II-USA TODAY Sports /

Defensive Tackles (5)

Starters: Alan Branch, Malcom Brown

Depth: Lawrence Guy, Vincent Valentine, Woodrow Hamilton

Like last season, Alan Branch and Malcom Brown lead New England’s stout defensive line. Former third-round pick Vincent Valentine will aim to increase his role in the defense in his second season. And Woodrow Hamilton makes the 53-man roster in his second offseason with the team.

Cut: Darius Kilgo, Josh Augusta*, Adam Butler*

Defensive Ends (4)

Starters: Trey Flowers, Kony Ealy

Depth: Derek Rivers*, Deatrich Wise*

The Patriots lost Chris Long and Jabaal Sheard in free agency and look to succeed them with younger talent. Trey Flowers began taking over for Sheard in the latter half of 2016 and performed well enough to take his job. The Patriots acquired Ealy in a trade with Carolina in March. He’ll take over for Chris Long at left defensive end.

Cut: Geneo Grissom, Corey Vereen*

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