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Patriots Release Jennings, Boost Defense Ahead of 2026 Season

3/12/2026

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On March 11, 2026, the New England Patriots released Anfernee Jennings, their longest-tenured linebacker.
Jennings was due to earn $4 million in the final year of his contract.
The release creates about $3.8 million in salary cap space.
The Patriots signed Dre'Mont Jones and lost K'Lavon Chaisson to the Washington Commanders.
The move aims to strengthen the defense ahead of the 2026 NFL season.

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On March 11, 2026, the New England Patriots released Anfernee Jennings, their longest-tenured linebacker.
Jennings was due to earn $4 million in the final year of his contract.
The release creates about $3.8 million in salary cap space.
The Patriots signed Dre'Mont Jones and lost K'Lavon Chaisson to the Washington Commanders.
The move aims to strengthen the defense ahead of the 2026 NFL season.