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NFL·BREAKING·November 3, 2026 12:51 PM ET

Patriots sign LB Elias Neal to practice squad days after Rams cut him

Undrafted in 2023, he has 127 special-teams snaps in 10 games

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What happened: Linebacker Elias Neal is signing with the Patriots' practice squad, per his agent Sean Stellato, as reported by Mike Reiss. The Rams released Neal on Oct. 28.

Why it matters: Neal entered the NFL as an undrafted free agent with the Rams in 2023 and has appeared in 10 NFL games, including playoffs. He has totaled 127 special-teams snaps. Per ESPN, he made 3 tackles in 2 games with the Rams last season (2025).

What to watch: New England is 5-3 and faces the Nov. 10 trade deadline.

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