The Cleveland Browns have released tight end Zaire Mitchell-Paden as they finalized their roster to 53 players. He has since worked out with the New England Patriots, who are assessing their options at the tight end position.

With Hunter Henry leading the depth chart, the Patriots may be looking to fill the backup spot, which is uncertain due to underwhelming performances from Austin Hooper and rookie Jaheim Bell. Mitchell-Paden, who has yet to catch a pass in the NFL, showed promise during his college career at Notre Dame and Florida Atlantic.