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Patriots Sign Rookie Watts; Release Super Bowl Winner Prince

8/13/2025

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Patriots Sign Rookie

In a bold move, the New England Patriots have signed rookie running back Shane Watts, a standout from Fort Hays State who racked up an impressive 1,303 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns in 2024. Meanwhile, Deneric Prince, fresh off a Super Bowl win with the Chiefs, was released just before practice, marking a swift end to his brief stint with the team.

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Quinn Cuts Players

The Washington Commanders suffered a crushing 48-18 loss to the New England Patriots, exposing glaring weaknesses in their special teams and overall depth. In response, head coach Dan Quinn made tough decisions, cutting three players to instill a sense of accountability. With the cutdown deadline looming, the team is determined to enhance performance and nurture emerging talent.

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Patriots Sign Rookie

In a bold move, the New England Patriots have signed rookie running back Shane Watts, a standout from Fort Hays State who racked up an impressive 1,303 rushing yards and 13 touchdowns in 2024. Meanwhile, Deneric Prince, fresh off a Super Bowl win with the Chiefs, was released just before practice, marking a swift end to his brief stint with the team.

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