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New England Patriots News / Football Analysis / May 26
Patriots’ 91-Man Roster Erases a 5-Year Comeback

Patriots’ 91-Man Roster Erases a 5-Year Comeback

The transaction hit the wire at 4:00 p.m. on May 20, 2026, buried beneath draft analysis and OTA previews. One line in, one line out. A defensive tackle nobody drafted replacing a long snapper most fans had never heard of.

New England Patriots News / New England Patriots on SI / May 20
Patriots Add Rookie Free Agent DT: What This Means For Defensive Depth

Patriots Add Rookie Free Agent DT: What This Means For Defensive Depth

The New England Patriots have announced the signing of defensive tackle Travis Shaw as a rookie free agent out of Texas. To make room, they've released backup long snapper Niko Lalos.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 16
Patriots Sign LS Niko Lalos

Patriots Sign LS Niko Lalos

The New England Patriots announced they have signed LS Niko Lalos. The Patriots also officially announced the signing of LB K.J. Britt. Lalos, 28, signed with the Giants as an undrafted free agent out of Dartmouth following the 2020 NFL Draft.

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NFL News / New England Patriots on SI / March 16
Patriots Sign Former Giants DE Turned Long Snapper

Patriots Sign Former Giants DE Turned Long Snapper

Despite already having a long snapper on the roster heading into the 2026 offseason, the New England Patriots have decided to add another. According to a source, the Patriots have signed Niko Lalos to a free agent contract following a successful workout this week.

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