After making the initial 53-man roster of the New England Patriots, Javon Baker is now a free agent.
The wide receiver went through waivers unclaimed on Thursday after being a corresponding move on Wednesday, according to the NFL transaction wire.
The practice squad in Foxborough currently stands at its 17-man limit.
Baker, 23, was selected in the fourth round of the 2024 NFL draft at pick No. 110 overall. The former Alabama and Central Florida wideout appeared in 11 games during his rookie campaign. He caught one pass for 12 yards, made one start on the offensive side of the ball and also spelled in as a kickoff returner.
During 2025 preseason action, Baker drew 10 targets and was part of one completion. The 6-foot-1, 202-pound NFL sophomore worked toward a role as a gunner and played 20 snaps on special teams in August.
Eight wide receivers made Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel’s first active roster. But with vested veteran Kendrick Bourne subsequently released, the depth chart nears September with Stefon Diggs, Mack Hollins, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Kyle Williams and undrafted rookie Efton Chism III.
The practice squad includes fellow receivers Jeremiah Webb and John Jiles.
