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ArticleHow much the Patriots roster has changed since Super Bowl loss to SeahawksSeptember 3, 2026

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Reserve tight end Austin Hooper signed with his original drafting team, the Atlanta Falcons, in free agency.

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Austin Hooper leaves Patriots to sign with Falcons as free agent

Reserve tight end Austin Hooper, who was TE2 behind Hunter Henry, signed with the Atlanta Falcons in free agency, departing the Patriots after the Super Bowl.

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Hooper's 5 snaps reflect expiring deal and depth chart uncertainty.

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Hooper can exploit Steelers' new safeties who lack coverage skills.

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Avoid Hooper due to the Browns' low team total

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Austin Hooper signs with Falcons, exits Patriots backup role

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Hooper earmarked as secondary receiving tight end with significant snap share.

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#FALCONS TRAINING CAMP NOTES, Day 17 (Aug. 26) -- This was the final practice of training camp and meant to simulate a Friday regular-season schedule...

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