Patriots re-sign OLB Jose Ramirez to practice squad

Cut Oct. 13 to cover O-line depth needs.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 58m1 min read

OLB Jose Ramirez is re-signing with the Patriots’ practice squad, per a source. Team continues to juggle its 17-man pra Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: Outside linebacker Jose Ramirez is reported to be re-signing with the New England Patriots' practice squad. He contributed on special teams in games before his Oct. 13 release to The move continues shuffling of the 17-man unit for injuries and depth.

Why it matters: Special-teams depth helps New England protect the back end of the roster while managing injuries elsewhere. Retaining a linebacker who already knows the system preserves continuity without using a 53-man spot.

By the numbers: New England is 4-3 and eighth in the AFC after a 30-24 loss at Chicago on Oct. 22.

What to watch: His game-day elevation status will show how New England deploys its special-teams depth.

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@MikeReiss 2026-10-26T14:46:54.290337+00:00

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