Andrew Walter Released by New England Patriots, Joining Kevin O'Connell

BREAKING NEWS: Former Oakland Raiders starting quarterback (and projected New England Patriots second string QB) Andrew Walter has been released. Projected third stringer Brian Hoyer is expected to take over the second string job. The moves comes after Hoyer (an undrafted rookie) led the Patriots back from a 21 point deficit in the Pats' most recent preseason game. I thought that Walter had a cemented spot on the roster after the release of backup QB Kevin O'Connell. However, coach Bill Belichick must really trust starter Tom Brady's knee and shoulder, as Hoyer is now the only backup QB. Walter, 27, was drafted out of Arizona State in the third round (69th overall) by the Raiders. Walter had a moderately successful NCAA career, as he was freshman All-Pac 10 in 2001, honorable mention All-Pac 10 in 2003 and second team All-Pac 10 in 2004. However, Walter's career numbers are less than mediocre. Walter's career passer rating is 52.6, has thrown three career touchdo...