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The New England Patriots recently released defensive tackle Lawrence Guy and safety Adrian Phillips in a pair of cost-cutting moves. While nobody likes to lose their job, the Patriots did these two a bit of a favor by releasing them now.

Los Angeles Chargers News / Los Angeles Chargers on SI / February 19, 2024

Could Former Chargers All-Pro Safety Return in Free Agency?

With the Los Angeles Chargers' needs in the secondary, they could look to an old friend this offseason. Former Bolts All-Pro safety Adrian Phillips has been released by the New England Patriots as they look to get younger on their defense. Phillips spent six seasons with the Chargers before he joined the Patriots in 2020.

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New England Patriots News / Pro Football Rumors / February 19, 2024

Patriots releasing two veteran defensive players

Both will join the list of veteran defenders available on the market.

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / August 22, 2023

Patriots' Adrian Phillips shares bold praise for Mac Jones

Veteran New England Patriots safety Adrian Phillips wants everyone to know he expects quarterback Mac Jones to bounce back in a big way following a rough 2022 season. "I've seen him grow and change a lot," Phillips said about Jones on Tuesday, per Michael Hurley of CBS News Boston.

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Adrian Phillips doesn't name Mac Jones Patriots' starting QB

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NFL News / Yardbarker / February 16, 2023

Options for Patriots if longtime FS Devin McCourty retires

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New England Patriots News / Yardbarker / January 1, 2022

Patriots sign Adrian Phillips to three-year extension

Patriots sign safety Adrian Phillips to three-year extension before 2022 free agency

Phillips agreed to a three-year extension with the Patriots on Saturday that will pay him $12.75 million and keep him under contract through the 2024 season.

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