The New England Patriots have had one of the worst offensive line units in the league this season, and that was on full display again on Sunday in their 34-15 loss to the Miami Dolphins at Hard Rock Stadium.
On the Tuesday after the loss, the Patriots announced a pair of roster moves on the offensive line, as they've released left guard Michael Jordan and claimed Lester Cotton off waivers.
New England originally signed Jordan back in January, but he started the 2024 season on the team's practice squad. After he was elevated for their first two games, he was signed to the active roster. He started 11 games this year (all at left guard), receiving a 51.5 overall grade from Pro Football Focus.
Cotton, 28, was waived on Monday by the Miami Dolphins. He originally entered the league as an undrafted free agent with the Las Vegas Raiders in 2019 out of Alabama. After appearing in 15 games (starting one) for the Raiders from 2019-22, he appeared in 28 (starting eight) for the Dolphins from 2022-24.
It will be very interesting to see what New England does with their line next week. They could slide in Sidy Sow or Layden Robinson, who have both been on the bench. Former first-round pick Cole Strange is also nearing his return and could get back to his original position. Cotton is also another option, as he's played both left and right guard in his career.
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