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Brennan Williams released by Patriots, will pursue WWE dream

Brennan Williams is putting away his cleats and lacing up some wrestling boots.

The offensive tackle was released from the New England Patriots practice squad Thursday morning and will pursue a career in pro wrestling. The Patriots didn’t feel Williams would be ready to play soon enough after sitting out with a bone bruise in his leg. The Patriots are offensive tackle-needy right now with starter Marcus Cannon out of practice while nursing a toe injury.

The 6-foot-6, 310-pound lineman was signed on Tuesday. The Patriots now have one open spot on their 10-man practice squad.