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Hernandez arrested, then cut by Patriots

The NFL future of tight end Aaron Hernandez is in doubt, while his future with the Patriots is clear: there isn't one. The team released him shortly after he was arrested in connection with a homicide case.

Here's a link to the NFL.com coverage, although there are plenty of stories on the developing situation. The exact charge against Hernandez will not be announced until he's arraigned in court today.

The fact that the Patriots have cut him seems to suggest significant charges, perhaps greater than obstruction of justice. The Patriots released a statement that can be seen right here.

New England is left with Rob Gronkowski (recovering from back surgery), Jake Ballard, Daniel Fells, Michael Hoomanawanui, and a pair of undrafted free agents, Zach Sudfeld and Brandon Ford, for tight ends on its roster. Sudfeld drew some positive press at a rookie minicamp.

--Andy Richardson

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