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Patriots Claim Rookie Gregory, Release Peppers Amid Roster Shakeup

8/30/2025

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The New England Patriots made roster changes, claiming rookie defensive tackle Eric Gregory from the Bengals and releasing safety Jabrill Peppers.
Gregory, an undrafted free agent from Arkansas, impressed in preseason but was waived for a new guard.
The Patriots signed offensive tackle Thayer Munford Jr. to the practice squad, releasing Jack Conley.
Bengals fans expressed disappointment over losing Gregory, who demonstrated defensive potential.

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The New England Patriots made roster changes, claiming rookie defensive tackle Eric Gregory from the Bengals and releasing safety Jabrill Peppers.
Gregory, an undrafted free agent from Arkansas, impressed in preseason but was waived for a new guard.
The Patriots signed offensive tackle Thayer Munford Jr. to the practice squad, releasing Jack Conley.
Bengals fans expressed disappointment over losing Gregory, who demonstrated defensive potential.