The New England Patriots are reportedly releasing wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster in a surprising turn of events.
The wideout is set to become a free agent after an unproductive year with the Pats.
That is according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport, who reported as much on Friday afternoon, citing a source.
Source: The #Patriots are releasing WR JuJu Smith-Schuster. While a surprise, this move does give Smith-Schuster the chance to sign somewhere before the season. pic.twitter.com/r4ydvyXcYC
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) August 9, 2024
While he failed to get going in New England last term, given his struggles with injuries, JuJu is likely to be targeted by at least a few NFL teams. The timing of his release will work in his favor, as the calendar allows him to join another franchise and get his feet wet before the start of the 2024 season.