Former Syracuse Offensive Tackle Da’Metrius Weatherspoon Joins New England Patriots Practice Squad

Syracuse, NY, September 30, 2026 —

Da’Metrius Weatherspoon, formerly an offensive tackle for Syracuse University, has been added to the New England Patriots’ practice squad. The details surrounding the exact date of the signing and the terms of the agreement were not immediately available. This move brings another player with college experience to the Patriots’ developmental roster.

Weatherspoon played college football at Syracuse, where he was a member of the offensive line. Information regarding his specific college career statistics, awards, or his draft status is not provided in the summary. The practice squad typically consists of players who are on contract with a team but are not on the active roster. These players often practice with the team and can be elevated to the active roster if needed, or signed by other teams.

The New England Patriots organization continues to evaluate and build its roster through various avenues, including signing players from college programs. The addition of Weatherspoon to the practice squad indicates a potential opportunity for the player to further develop his skills within an NFL environment and potentially earn a spot on the active roster in the future. Further information regarding his collegiate background and any prior professional affiliations is not detailed. The team’s roster moves are part of ongoing efforts to strengthen its competitive position. The specific timeline for his integration into team activities or his availability for potential game day call-ups remains to be seen.

Story summarized from the original created by Javon Edmonds on www.syracuse.com, see more information here.

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