The New England Patriots have reportedly released wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Thornton was the 50 th overall pick in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft. His speed and playmaking ability after the catch were thought to be major assets at the NFL level.

Patriots wide receiver Tyquan Thornton never panned out as a second-round pick in the 2022 NFL draft, and now his time in New England is coming to an end.

The Patriots reportedly are finally cutting ties with Tyquan Thornton, their second-round pick in the 2022 NFL Draft.

As one of only three squads to carry seven wide receivers for much of the campaign, the Patriots are finally clearing some of their depth.

Although the New England Patriots are roughly 24 hours away from taking on the Los Angeles Rams, they've decided to make a change to their roster. ESPN's Adam Schefter has just reported that wide receiver Tyquan Thornton is being released.