The New England Patriots shipped a 2019 third round pick to the Cleveland Browns for former 12th overall pick defensive tackle Danny Shelton and a 2018 fifth round pick. Shelton is entering his fourth season in the league and the Patriots had the option to pick up a fifth year of his contract.
They’ve declined that option, according to ESPN’s Mike Reiss.
Patriots aren't planning to pick up the fifth-year option on DT Danny Shelton, per source. Doesn't mean team won't try to sign him to long-term deal when he becomes free agent after 2018 season.