The Patriots released outside linebacker/defensive end Tully Banta-Cain yesterday, according to multiple league sources. Banta-Cain, who is in his seventh season, was tied with defensive lineman Mike Wright for the team lead in sacks (3) and started two of six games he played in. Banta-Cain did not start Sunday’s 59-0 win against Tennessee, but he had three tackles. (Full article: 828 words)

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