Patriots Release Donte Stallworth, Cut Others
 Donte Stallworth was among Monday's early cuts. (FILE:USPresswire) |
The first big name leaving the team was announced this morning, with Donte Stallworth reportedly being let go after what was a lackluster performance from him again on Friday night. He's been inconsistent at best and has had trouble creating separation this preseason, and while it was initially thought that he could edge out Deion Branch for a final roster spot, Branch has been noticeably better. Bill Belichick is known for at least trying to do the right thing by veterans by releasing them early so they can hopefully catch on elsewhere, and hopefully that ends up being the case for Stallworth.
Stallworth was targeted 13 times this preseason for just 5 catches and 61 yards, and also had a drop in the final quarter of Friday night's game. The league currently has a statistical error as they're missing a target for the veteran receiver after crediting Matthew Slater with the drop on that play.
Meanwhile according to published reports also released were defensive back Ross Ventrone, fullback Spencer Larson, safety Josh Barrett, defensive lineman Gerard Warren, and defensive lineman Tim Bulman.
