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NFL·ANALYSIS·July 25, 2026 06:01 PM ET

Patriots tried out Casey Washington before claiming Kobe Prentice

Prentice ran a 4.37-second 40 at his pro day

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jul 251 min read
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Prior to claiming WR/returner Kobe Prentice on waivers, the Patriots had the following players in for tryouts: 🏈 WR Kea Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: New England evaluated Washington during its opening training-camp roster churn. Prentice became available after his July 24 release.

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Why it matters: The waiver claim adds a rookie receiver and returner to the camp competition. Washington remains another option as New England evaluates its depth.

By the numbers: Prentice is listed at 5-foot-10 and 184 pounds and ran a 4.37-second 40-yard dash at his pro day.

What to watch: Prentice's early camp role and Washington's status are the next developments to track.

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