FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- The New England Patriots made three trades and 38 other moves, forming their roster to the NFL-mandated 53 players. Here’s a closer look at the final moves:
Most significant move: Acquiring receiver/punt returner Phillip Dorsett from the Indianapolis Colts for quarterback Jacoby Brissett. The Patriots had a significant need at receiver after Julian Edelman tore his right ACL on Aug. 25. Furthermore, Edelman was one of the NFL’s best punt returners, a spot which was depleted even more when top backup Cyrus Jones tore his right ACL on Aug.