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The latest trade deadline nugget from NFL insider Dianna Russini could have the Patriots eyeing an unexpected option at wide receiver.

The Patriots made a pair of practice squad elevations ahead of Sunday’s game against the Browns. Running back Terrell Jennings and safety Richie Grant have been added to the active roster. This is the third and final elevation available for Jennings, who has been playing more following a season-ending injury to Antonio Gibson.

The New England Patriots have elevated safety Richie Grant and running back Terrell Jennings from the practice squad to the active roster, the team announced.

"Like every other NFL team, the Patriots have already made calls to explore which players might be available before the deadline — and at what price. So far, in what might come as a surprise, the Patriots have made more calls about defensive players than offensive ones, according to a league source."

After being waived by the Patriots, Zappe signed with Kansas City’s practice squad. He was poached by the Browns in October and signed to their active roster. Zappe finished the season in Cleveland, starting their Week 18 loss to the Ravens.

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