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Hill released

The Patriots announced the release of running back Quadtrine Hill today. Hill was a longer shot to earn a roster spot.

A bit from the team's press release:

Hill, 24, was signed to the Patriots practice squad on January 4, 2007 and was a member of the practice squad during last season’s playoffs. The 6-foot-2-inch, 230-pound running back was signed to the Patriots’ active roster on January 23, 2007. Hill was originally signed by the Houston Texans as a rookie free agent on May 4, 2006. He was released by the Texans on June 15, 2006 and was signed by the Chicago Bears on August 21, 2006. Hill was released by Chicago on August 24, 2006.

The team also announced that Donte' Stallworth was activated off the physically unable to perform list.