Patriots sign ex-Browns DL John Hughes, release Anthony Johnson
The New England Patriots released defensive lineman Anthony Johnson Monday and replaced him with former Cleveland Browns defensive tackle John Hughes.
Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network first reported that the Patriots had released Johnson from the 53-man roster. The 23-year-old out of LSU tallied just three tackles in limited action during two games this season. Johnson signed as undrafted free agent with the Miami Dolphins in 2014.
The #Patriots are releasing DT Anthony Johnson today, source said. So there is a roster spot available.— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 26, 2016
The team replaced Johnson with Hughes, a 320-pound run stuffer who stands 6-foot-2, according Jeff Howe of the Boston Herald. Hughes tallied 52 tackles with the Browns in four seasons. He was selected in the third round of the 2012 draft.
Sources: Patriots replace Anthony Johnson with John Hughes https://t.co/sslDssOZda— Jeff Howe (@jeffphowe) September 26, 2016
Bill Belichick confirmed the roster moves in his weekly appearance on WEEI’s “Dale & Holley" Monday afternoon.
Michael Lombardi of Fox Sports reported that five teams were interested in Hughes. He will likely compete for playing time along the interior line with Alan Branch, Vince Valentine and Malcom Brown.
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Michael Lombardi of Fox Sports reported that five teams were interested in Hughes. He will likely compete for playing time along the interior line with Alan Branch, Vince Valentine and Malcom Brown.
Photo credit: Cleveland.comIn 15, Browns signed Hughes' to a four-year, $14.4 million deal and cut him this year, 5 teams interested. Fits the Pats front well.— michael lombardi (@mlombardifoxtv) September 26, 2016
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