LB Amari Gainer Signed to New England Patriots' Practice Squad

Posted Dec 18, 2025
The New England Patriots have signed linebacker Amari Gainer to the practice squad. Gainer originally was signed by Las Vegas as a rookie free agent in May 2024 out of North Carolina. Gainer played in 17 games last season, mostly on special teams, and finished with 5 special teams tackles. He was released by Las Vegas on Aug. 25, 2025. (New England Patriots)

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