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Patriots Waive Linebacker Caleb Murphy, Sign Chad Muma

12/16/2025

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Caleb Murphy, a 25-year-old linebacker for the New England Patriots, was waived on December 15, 2025 after five games and two tackles.
Murphy joined the Patriots in October 2025 after being claimed off the Chargers' practice squad.
To fill Murphy's spot, the Patriots signed Chad Muma from the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad.
Chad Muma, a 2022 third-round pick, provides depth at linebacker because Robert Spillane is sidelined by injury.

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Caleb Murphy, a 25-year-old linebacker for the New England Patriots, was waived on December 15, 2025 after five games and two tackles.
Murphy joined the Patriots in October 2025 after being claimed off the Chargers' practice squad.
To fill Murphy's spot, the Patriots signed Chad Muma from the Indianapolis Colts' practice squad.
Chad Muma, a 2022 third-round pick, provides depth at linebacker because Robert Spillane is sidelined by injury.