Patriots Sign Butler, Release Blay | New England Patriots News

The Patriots shake up their roster, signing undrafted safety Eric Butler and releasing defensive tackle David Blay Jr. Butler, 23, brings energy and playmaking upside after a standout college career at San Diego State, adding depth to a crowded safety group. Blay Jr., also 23, was a pass-rushing standout in college but didn’t make the final cut. With preseason kickoff looming, the moves signal the team’s focus on depth and competition as they fine-tune their defense for the season. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/45b645f6410b3fd1