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After being released by the New England Patriots at Tuesday’s roster cuts deadline, quarterback Bailey Zappe has reportedly found a new home.
According to NFL insider Jordan Schultz, Zappe is signing with the Kansas City Chiefs to join their practice squad.
Zappe was the odd man out of a crowded Patriots quarterback room that includes veteran starter Jacoby Brissett and rookies Drake Maye and Joe Milton III. His playing time dwindled during the preseason from playing a team-high 36 snaps in the opener to five in the second game and six in the finale. He finished the preseason 15-of-25 for 137 yards, no touchdowns and no interceptions.
The 25-year-old had re-signed with the Patriots after being waived on roster cutdown day last year, but he opted for a change in scenery this time around. Prior to his departure, Patriots quarterbacks coach T.C. McCartney praised him for how he handled the end of his tenure in New England.