Adams Joins The Team
The Patriots added yet another player to the roster Thursday when they signed
defensive lineman Titus Adams. Terms of the deal were not available.
Adams is a young lineman who has bounced around the league. Though he hasn't
played a game, he's considered a smart player with potential to develop into
a starter. The 6-foot-4, 305-pound Nebraska product was originally selected
by the New York Jets in the seventh round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He spent time
with the Jets, Giants, Chargers and Bengals. Cincinnati released Adams on July
7, 2008.
Mayo Makes It To Camp
Rookie Draft pick Jerod Mayo made it to camp late Thursday after his deal became
official. The Patriots had been in negotiations with their first round pick
(10th overall) leading up to the start of camp. A published report indicated
that both sides had reached an agreement, but Mayo was not seen at the morning
practice. Head coach Bill Belichick indicated that Mayo's deal still hadn't
become official and that he would be available as soon as all the loose ends
were tied up.
"It sounds like they are getting pretty close but until they are done;
to me they are not done' Belichick explained at Thursday morning's press conference.
"So when they are done, we will let you know."
With the roster currently at its maximum of 80 players, someone needs to be
released to make room to add Mayo. "In order to add him, we will have to
create a roster spot," the coach confirmed.
Mayo's addition means that the Patriots have all of their Draft picks signed
and in camp on time.
Bauta Released
The team released rookie offensive lineman Lavdrim Bauta to clear the way for
Mayo's arrival. Bauta was signed by the team on Tuesday July 22. The rookie
free agent earned ACC All-Academic honors while playing at Duke before transferring
to Villanova for his senior season.
A Dozen On The PUP List
The Patriots announced 12 players would begin camp on the PUP list: Jarvis Green, BenJarvus Green-Ellis, Rodney Harrison, Ellis Hobbs, Nick Kaczur, Stephen Neal, Oliver Ross, Bo Ruud, Mike Vrabel, Wes Welker, Ryan Wendell and Mike Wright.
The volume of names on the list is considerable. Six of the players are regular
starters for the Patriots; giving cause for concern that there might be an issue
should the injuries linger through much of training camp.