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Patriots Acquire RB Corey Kiner in a Trade with Arizona; Release RB Hassan Haskins

The Patriots have reshaped their running back roster ahead of the NFL's roster cuts deadline.

By · Published August 30, 2026 at 17:37 UTC · Updated August 30, 2026 at 17:37 UTC

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The New England Patriots will face the 2026 season with a new running back. Corey Kiner, formerly of the Arizona Cardinals, has been acquired in a trade. The Patriots have also released Hassan Haskins, a former standout at the University of Michigan. The trade and release come ahead of the NFL's roster cuts deadline.

The Patriots' roster moves are significant. Kiner, a former University of Cincinnati Bearcats player, is now with the Patriots. The Cincinnati Enquirer notes Kiner's roots at Roger Bacon High School. Meanwhile, the Patriots have released Haskins, who previously played for the Los Angeles Chargers.

The trade and release were reported by Bleacher Report, NESN, and Yahoo Sports. The Patriots' roster changes are part of a broader strategy to shape their team ahead of the upcoming season. The open question is how these moves will impact the Patriots' performance on the field.

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Who is Corey Kiner?

Corey Kiner is a running back who previously played for the Arizona Cardinals. He played college football at the University of Cincinnati and attended Roger Bacon High School.

Who is Hassan Haskins?

Hassan Haskins is a running back who was released by the New England Patriots. He previously played for the Los Angeles Chargers and was a standout at the University of Michigan.

What is the NFL's roster cuts deadline?

The NFL's roster cuts deadline is a date by which teams must reduce their rosters to a specified number of players. This year's deadline is imminent.

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