April 1 (UPI) -- The New England Patriots released fifth-year quarterback Cody Kessler after only one season, the team announced Wednesday.
Kessler was the No. 3 quarterback on the Patriots' depth chart behind Jarrett Stidham and Brian Hoyer, who re-signed with the team this off-season after the departure of future Hall of Fame signal-caller Tom Brady. Kessler didn't accrue any stats with the Patriots in 2019.