It appears the Patriots remain busy as they continue getting their roster in order.
According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, New England is trading veteran offensive tackle Marcus Cannon to Houston in exchange for draft picks. The Boston Globe’s Jim McBride had more information on the compensation, as he reported that the two teams are swapping selections in rounds four, five and six of the upcoming draft, citing a league source.
The move isn’t a surprise as Cannon’s future appeared to be in doubt, so the fact the Patriots were able to complete a trade at all was good news. Mike Reiss reported on Sunday that a source close to Cannon told him “the writing was on the wall” for him to be cut, which would reportedly save the team about $6.3 million in cap space. Reiss also confirmed that Cannon had yet to report to Foxboro after opting out for the 2020 season.
The veteran offensive lineman was a former fifth-round pick by the Patriots (138th overall) back in 2011 and spent his entire career in New England. The 32-year-old appeared in 115 games with 69 starts before opting out due to COVID-19 in 2020.
Support Us: We're Currently Invisible in Google News
We need your help. A recent algorithm change has destoyed our traffic, and we need a quick moment of your time.
If you enjoy our content, please help us gain visiblity in Google's algorithm by adding us as a preferred source on Google News.
Click the button below and check the box next to "PatsFans.com"
Add as a preferred source on Google News
Ian Logue is a Seacoast native and owner and senior writer for PatsFans.com, an independent media site covering the New England Patriots and has been running this site in one form or another since 1997.
More Patriots News Headlines:
TRANSCRIPT: Mike Vrabel Press Conference 8/17
By: Ian LogueHere's the full transcript of what New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel had to say during his press conference on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Monday Patriots Notebook 8/17: Gonzalez Has a Big Decision to Make
By: Ian LogueChristian Gonzalez faces a crucial contract decision after Devon Witherspoon's record deal. The Patriots also get injury updates & test kicker Borregales.
Patriots News 08-16, Post PS Game #1 53-Man Roster Projection
By: Steve BalestrieriAnalyzing Patriots' first preseason game observations and a detailed 53-man roster projection. Key player performances and position battles are highlighted.
MORSE: Notes & Analysis of Patriots Training Camp – Day 15
By: Mark MorseAnalyzing Patriots Training Camp Day 15, featuring Drake Maye's practice performance, Romeo Doubs' standout day, Ben Brown's injury status, and PFF grades.
TRANSCRIPT: Mike Vrabel Press Conference 8/15
By: Ian LogueHere's the full transcript of what New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel had to say during his press conference on Saturday, August 15, 2026.
