Patriots release two quarterbacks, including Matt Corral

The Patriots have released quarterbacks Matt Corral and Ian Book, according to a team press release.

Book joined the Patriots practice squad after signing last week. The 2021 4th round pick debuted for New Orleans during his rookie season, but was later released by New Orleans and Philadelphia before joining the Patriots.

The Patriots claimed Corral off waivers from Carolina. Carolina selected Corral with the No. 94 selection in the 2022 NFL Draft, a pick that originally belonged to the Patriots. New England traded pick No. 94 for a selection of picks that ultimately became Bailey Zappe and Marte Mapu.

Corral missed his entire rookie season with the Panthers last year after suffering a Lisfranc injury against the Patriots during the preseason. The Patriots placed him on the left team/exempt squad list before his release.

These decisions leave New England with three quarterbacks. Starter Mac Jones, backup Bailey Zappe and Malik Cunningham who played quarterback in college but have been working on their development as a wide receiver.