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The Patriots signed Arkin to the practice squad Wednesday.
The tight end was cut from the 53-man roster Monday and cleared waivers. The undrafted rookie has appeared in five games for New England this season but hasn't been targeted on 60 offensive snaps. Arkin has played another 41 snaps on special teams.
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Tanner Arkin: Cut by New England
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The Patriots cut Arkin on Monday.
Arkin appeared in five games for New England during the 2026 campaign. The rookie failed to record a reception, though he contributed on special teams.
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Patriots' Tanner Arkin: Healthy scratch for Week 2
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Arkin (coach's decision) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Arkin signed with the Patriots in May as an undrafted free agent out of Illinois. The tight end saw four special-teams snaps in the team's Week 1 loss to the Seahawks but did not appear in the box score.
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Patriots' Tanner Arkin: Signs with Patriots
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Arkin signed with the Patriots as an undrafted free agent Friday.
Arkin's best college season was his fifth year at Illinois, when he caught 13 passes for 114 yards and two touchdowns across 13 games. He'll have a difficult time securing a spot on the 53-man roster, as the Patriots currently are carrying five tight ends, including Hunter Henry, Julian Hill and rookie third-round pick Eli Raridon.
