Patriots rival signs RB Leonard Fournette to bolster depth
Running back Leonard Fournette has reportedly passed his physical and signed with the Buffalo Bills’ practice squad. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero reported the news on Monday, via Fournette’s agents.
Fournette last played for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2022. He appeared in 16 games, starting nine of them. He recorded 668 yards and three touchdowns.
This move will help the Bills’ running back depth. Damien Harris is currently on injured reserve, while James Cook headlines the running back position with Latavius Murray serving as the primary backup.
Fournette was thought to be a potential fit for New England during the offseason, and the team even went as far as bringing him in for a workout. But nothing more came from the initial visit.
Veteran RB Leonard Fournette passed his physical and is signing with the #Bills practice squad, per his agents @davidcanter and @NessMugrabi. pic.twitter.com/HWG1p11CWU
— Tom Pelissero (@TomPelissero) October 30, 2023
This is not a move that obviously pertains to New England’s current roster. However, this is a move that gives them another opposing weapon to contend with. Fournette may not be the back he once was, but his physical style of play could be an issue down the road for a Patriots defense that is already decimated.
