Why did the Patriots release Kendrick Bourne?
Bourne requested the release, and the Patriots are undergoing significant changes under Mike Vrabel.
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Patriots Release WR Kendrick Bourne; 49ers Interested in Reunion
After being included in the Patriots' initial 53-man roster, veteran wide receiver Kendrick Bourne is being released. Bourne had requested the move. The 49ers are reportedly interested in bringing Bourne back to San Francisco, where he play...
Key Insights
- The Patriots have released WR Kendrick Bourne, despite initially including him on their 53-man roster.
- Bourne requested the release.
- The 49ers are interested in a reunion with Bourne, who played for them for four seasons before joining the Patriots.
- Bourne re-signed with the Patriots on a three-year, $19.5MM deal last March, but the team will only incur a $2.8MM dead money hit by releasing him.
- The Patriots have made several changes in Mike Vrabel’s first offseason, including adding Stefon Diggs and Mack Hollins.
In-Depth Analysis
Kendrick Bourne's time with the Patriots has come to an end as the team decided to release the veteran wide receiver. This move comes as a surprise after Bourne made the initial 53-man roster. Reports indicate that Bourne himself requested the release. Prior to being released, Bourne caught 28 passes for 305 yards and a touchdown in 12 games last year. The Patriots move to cut ties with Bourne could signal a shift in their offensive strategy under Mike Vrabel, who has already brought in new faces like Stefon Diggs and Mack Hollins. The 49ers have added Skyy Moore and Marquez Valdes-Scantling. This comes after Aiyuk moved to the reserve/PUP list and Demarcus Robinson shifted to the reserve/suspended list. The 49ers had not seen Jauan Jennings practice in several weeks due to a calf injury (and contract matter), while Jacob Cowing is also hurt.
FAQ
Are the 49ers really interested in Bourne?
Yes, NBC Sports Bay Area reports the 49ers are interested in a reunion, especially with injuries affecting their receiving corps.
Takeaways
- Kendrick Bourne is now a free agent and will be looking for a new team.
- The 49ers could be a potential landing spot for Bourne, given their interest and his history with the team.
- The Patriots are reshaping their receiving corps under Mike Vrabel.
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