Oswlek
Veteran Starter w/Big Long Term Deal
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The Pats don't give Wayne the contract they gave him last week if they think he's on the roster fringe. They just wouldn't do it - that contract means they see him as a significant contributor this year, which means he'll be on the 53.
Cutting Amendola not only won't happen, it can't happen. Strictly from a cap perspective, it would cost a million dollars more to cut him than to keep him.
I don't think the contract for Wayne guarantees much. It was appeared to be a trial balloon that both provided some injury protection for NE, some compensation for Reggie in the event his stay was short and potential for extra money if he proves worth keeping. Not that I expect him to go, but I don't think the contract has much to say about it.