NFL roster cuts 2013: New England Patriots release five players

Aug 9, 2013; Philadelphia, PA, USA; New England Patriots wide receiver Kamar Aiken (16) attempts to elude the tackle of Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Travis Long (48) and Eagles free safety Colt Anderson (30) during the second half of a preseason game at Lincoln Financial Field. The Patriots won 31-22. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-USA TODAY Sports /

After the third NFL preseason game NFL teams have began to make some cuts as they trim their rosters down to 53 men. The New England Patriots were the most recent to release players, five in total, but no one of any real importance.

List of players released by the New England Patriots:

Kamar Aiken, wide receiver
Brandon Jones, cornerback
Niko Koutouvides, linebacker
LeQuan Lewis, cornerback
Mike Zupancic, long snapper

Kamar Aiken is probably the most notable name on that roster and he is a spare part on the roster. Aiken has made three career appearances over his two season career and hasn’t made a single reception.

Last year with the Patriots Aiken did play in 14 games on special teams but only 9 snaps not with special teams.

Teams also making cuts:

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