The Patriots released wide receiver Antonio Brown on Friday, the team announced.
Brown's release follows the announcement of an NFL investigation regarding alleged harassment and intimidation, according to The MMQB's Robert Klemko. The Patriots and the NFL spoke to Brown and advised him to no longer contact the accuser upon learning of the alleged harassment, per Klemko.
“The NFL has pledged to conduct a thorough investigation under its Personal Conduct Policy. We will cooperate fully with the NFL in this investigation to ensure that the threats and intimidation against our client cease, and that she and her family remain safe.