The Patriots have released outside linebacker Yannick Ngakoue, the team announced Tuesday.

Ngakoue, 29, played in six games for the Patriots after being claimed off waivers last month. He finishes his New England tenure with nine tackles and one unofficial QB hit. The Patriots became the seventh team Ngakoue has played for over his eight-year career, which began in Jacksonville as a third-round rookie in 2016.

Ngakoue now heads back to waivers, where he landed after originally being released by the Ravens on Nov. 7. He can now join a contender, while the Patriots head into Sunday’s season finale looking to play younger players against the Bills.

Without Ngakoue, the Pats are down to Keion White, Deatrich Wise, Anfernee Jennings, Titus Leo and Jahlani Tavai among possible edge defenders. Tavai also plays off-ball linebacker, where he’s started most of this season. Sunday’s kickoff against Buffalo is set for 1 p.m. in Foxboro.

Ahead of Sunday’s season finale, the Patriots released a veteran pass rusher.{ai:summary}<p>The New England Patriots have released outside linebacker Yannick Ngakoue after he played six games with the team, recording nine tackles and one unofficial QB hit. Ngakoue, who has played for seven teams in his eight-year career, is now back on waivers.</p><p>As the Patriots prepare for their season finale against the Bills, they will rely on younger players for edge defense, including Keion White and Deatrich Wise. The game is scheduled for Sunday at 1 p.m. in Foxboro. #sports</p>

Patriots cut veteran pass rusher before season finale

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