Things have gone from bad to worse for former Pittsburgh Steelers and current New England Patriots’ offensive tackle Chukwuma Okorafor.
After being benched in Week 1 by the Patriots following just 12 snaps at left tackle, the veteran was placed on the Exempt/Left Team list Saturday, according to NFL Network Insider Mike Garafolo.
Chukwuma Okorafor was benched in the #Patriots’ opener. Now placed on the exempt/left squad list. https://t.co/cwg7hPuJB0
— Mike Garafolo (@MikeGarafolo) September 14, 2024
The exempt/left squad list opens up a roster spot for a team without releasing the player, so Okorafor remains a member of the Patriots for the time being.