What happened: The move comes before Sunday’s 6 p.m. deadline to reach the 53-player limit. The acquisition brings 73 yards from scrimmage across four NFL games.
Why it matters: New England sits 31st in the waiver order, creating a risk the running back would be claimed first. The trade gives the Patriots control of the acquisition before final cuts.
By the numbers: The running back gained 35 yards on five carries Friday, an average of 7.0 yards per attempt.
What to watch: New England must now settle its backfield order while completing the initial 53-man roster.