Patriots reveal 2026 initial practice squad, IPP slot included
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The New England Patriots announced their initial 16-player 2026 practice squad, featuring 12 players (including Lorenz Metz as the IPP) and five spots still open for future additions; a reported sign of guard Jake Kubas wasn’t included in the release. The piece explains practice-squad logistics: players practice with the team, can be elevated to the active roster (up to two per week, up to three times per season), and can be signed away from other teams’ squads at any time.
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