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Former New England Patriots linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley wants you to know that his playing career is far from over. The former team captain, who spent seven seasons with New England, took to social media this week to announce that he is in fact not retired from the NFL -- "NOT Retired," he wrote on X.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 8

Steelers Host Former First-Round LB

After Ja'Whaun Bentley and Jon Rhattigan departed their practice squad, the Pittsburgh Steelers have continued to seek out replacements for the two veteran linebackers.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 8

Steelers Sign Another Former Panthers LB

After releasing Ja'Whaun Bentley and seeing Jon Rhattigan get signed off their practice squad by the Las Vegas Raiders, the Pittsburgh Steelers are reuniting with a familiar face to help replenish their linebacker depth.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 8

Steelers Lose LB to Raiders

The Pittsburgh Steelers are now down two practice squad linebackers, terminating the contract of Ja'Whaun Bentley and then seeing Jon Rhattigan leave after being signed by the Las Vegas Raiders.

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / October 7

Steelers Release Former Patriots LB

The Pittsburgh Steelers are parting ways with a veteran linebacker ahead of their Week 6 game against the Cleveland Browns. Upon officially signing running back Raheem Blackshear to their practice squad, the Steelers have announced that they are releasing Ja'Whaun Bentley.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 18

Former Patriots Starter Joins Opponent Before Game

The New England Patriots have some momentum going into Week 3. Their Week 2 33-27 victory against the Miami Dolphins wasn't perfect, but there were a lot of positive takeaways.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / A to Z Sports / September 17

Steelers attempt to kill two birds with one stone after signing a run-stopping linebacker who was released by upcoming opponent

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NFL News / Pittsburgh Steelers on SI / September 17

Steelers Sign Former Patriots LB Before Game

The Pittsburgh Steelers have add a former New England Patriots defender just before they take on the team in Week 3. According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Steelers have signed linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley to their practice squad.

NFL News / Pro Football Rumors / September 16

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New England Patriots News / Larry Brown Sports / August 30

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NFL News / New York Jets on SI / July 21

Jets Linked To 'Consistent Presence' Cut By Patriots

The New York Jets can strengthen their defense by signing a former New England Patriots linebacker. The Patriots released Ja'Whaun Bentley on March 28.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / June 14

NFL free agency: Panthers linked to Patriots' former Super Bowl winning linebacker

It's a good thing that the Carolina Panthers have plugged all their holes on defense - or at least found new players to take over - because at this late point in the offseason the pickings in free agency are relatively slim.

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NFL News / Tennessee Titans on SI / June 10

Patriots Free Agent Named Titans Candidate

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New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 31

Patriots HC Offers Vague Explanation for Shocking Roster Move

The New England Patriots made a rather surprising roster decision last week, releasing linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley, who had been a team captain. There was speculation that the Patriots could potentially cut ties with Bentley, but most expected that they would try to trade the long-time defender rather than outright cut him.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / March 29

Former Patriots DT Throws Shade After Team's Surprising Move

The New England Patriots surprisingly decided to part ways with Ja'Whaun Bentley on Friday, releasing the veteran linebacker after a seven-year run in Foxborough.

NFL News / Arizona Cardinals on SI / March 29

Should Cardinals Target Former Patriots LB?

The Arizona Cardinals have made a few additions to their LB group this offseason, but with the departure of Kyzir White, they could stand to add a starting-quality player to that position.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / March 29

Proposed Chargers signing adds $13 million castoff as upgrade to linebackers room

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New England Patriots News / Athlon Sports / March 28

Patriots Release Super Bowl Champion Linebacker on Friday

Salary cap casualties happen every offseason, a common term for players being released due to a team's salary cap constraints, and such was the case on Friday as the New England Patriots announced the release of linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley.

New England Patriots News / Field Level Media / March 28

Reports: Patriots to release LB Ja'Whaun Bentley

The New England Patriots plan to release starting linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley, multiple media outlets reported on Friday. Bentley appeared to confirm the reports on social media, writing "New England!!

New England Patriots News / A to Z Sports / March 28

Patriots defensive veteran says goodbye after seven seasons and a Super Bowl run, closing a chapter in New England

Linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley took to X, formerly known as Twitter, on Friday morning to post a thank-you note to the New England Patriots. It confirmed

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / January 21, 2025

Star Defender Could be Done With Patriots

The New England Patriots suffered a very critical blow early in the 2024 NFL season, as linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley went down with a torn pectoral muscle in Week 2.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / September 25, 2024

Patriots Place Star Player On IR

The New England Patriots have placed star linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley on the injured reserve list, the team has announced. Bentley suffered a torn pectoral muscle during the Patriots' Week 2 loss to the Seattle Seahawks and is expected to miss the remainder of the 2024 regular season.