The New England Patriots have released punter Corliss Waitman from the practice squad, as first reported Wednesday by NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero.
A corresponding move was required among the group of 16 following the addition of defensive tackle Trysten Hill.
Waitman, 28, had signed a one-year contract with the organization in March and was retained in August after the league’s roster deadline. Through five punts in the preseason, the left-footed South Alabama product averaged 43 yards per attempt.
Undrafted in 2020, Waitman made previous stops with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Las Vegas Raiders, Denver Broncos as well as the Patriots.