Team saves $6.2 million against the cap
More Bennett brothers news today: the Patriots are releasing TE Martellus Bennett, per league source. (Field Yates on Twitter)
Nerdy Football Analysis: Bennett was due a $2 million roster bonus on March 14th and the Pats can save $6.2 million against the cap by releasing the veteran tight end. Bennett was a fantasy afterthought in 2017, playing in only 9 games for the Packers and Patriots thanks to a shoulder injury.