The New England Patriots have waived veteran running back Ty Montgomery, per a news release by the official team website on Friday.
It’s a move that comes on the heels of the Patriots’ 21-18 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night. During the game, Montgomery was responsible for a blocked punt in the fourth quarter that put the Steelers in position to score the touchdown that got them back into the game.
Given the struggles on special teams for the Patriots, that play had to be a sticking point for this roster decision. Along with waiving Montgomery, the team announced the signing of former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker and special-teamer Christian Elliss.
So they basically freed up space on the roster for that signing.
Blocked kick by Miles Killebrew! Things are getting wacky in Pittsburgh… #NEvsPIT on Prime Video
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Even at age 30, Montgomery is a man with many talents. He has worked in at running back, receiver and special teams in New England. But ultimately, he was never able to stick the landing at any position for a banged-up Patriots team with opportunities aplenty.
