RB Chris Taylor, a third-year running back out of Indiana who ended each of the last two seasons on injured reserve with the Texans, signed with the Patriots. The 5-11, 220-pounder had previously worked out for the Patriots before training camp. "We felt like he'd be a good addition and would be competitive in this camp," Bill Belichick said of Taylor, who rushed for 123 yards and a touchdown on 28 attempts in four games played as an undrafted rookie in 2006. He played in three games last fall with 37 yards on 14 attempts. "Really, they just said we need you to come in and help out," Taylor said of getting the call after being out of football since Houston released him with an injury settlement last October. "I've been patient. I've been working out. So I'm ready." The addition gives the Patriots six running backs on the depth chart. 82/3/2009

Taylor was placed on the IR with a shoulder injury.
09/13/2009