Patriots Claim Tight End Bennett Off Waivers

Friday, November 10, 2017

Joe Calabro, GoLocalWorcester Sports Team

Martellus Bennett

Martellus Bennett is returning to the New England Patriots.

The Patriots claimed Bennett off of waivers just one day after he was released by the Green Bay Packers for failure to disclose a medical condition, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Bennett was in the first year of a three-year, $21 million contract with Green Bay and will be owed $423,529 for the rest of the season.

With Green Bay, he hauled in 24 catches for 233 yards and no touchdowns.

Bennett With the Patriots

Bennett played with the Patriots during the 2016 season helping them to their fifth Super Bowl.

Last season, Bennett hauled in 55 catches for 701 yards and a career-high seven touchdowns.

His role with the Patriots increased after Rob Gronkowski went down for the season.

Next up

New England is currently 6-2 on the season and in first place in the AFC East.

The Patriots return to action on Sunday, November 12 when they visit the Denver Broncos on Sunday Night Football.

Martellus Bennett shooting his way out of Green Bay and landing back with the Patriots = Eerily reminiscent of LeGarrette Blount in 2014.
— Albert Breer (@AlbertBreer) November 9, 2017

Former Packers’ TE Martellus Bennett claimed on waivers by the New England Patriots, per source.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) November 9, 2017

Hot take: The Patriots acquiring Martellus Bennett will actually make Dwayne Allen better. He can narrow down what he needs to focus on. Was having issues learning playbook, now Pats can give him specific packages. Still think he has role.
— Ryan Hannable (@RyanHannable) November 9, 2017