Patriots lose $15 million free agent signing Julian Hill for season: ‘Devastating’
The New England Patriots have placed tight end Julian Hill on injured reserve for the entire season due to a knee injury. Hill, who signed a three-year, $15 million contract, was expected to contribute significantly to the team's offense. Head coach Mike Vrabel expressed disappointment over Hill's injury, highlighting his positive impact on the team in a short time.
- ▪Julian Hill was signed by the Patriots in March for $15 million.
- ▪He suffered a knee injury during voluntary offseason practice.
- ▪Hill's absence will increase the workload for veteran tight end Hunter Henry.
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Sports Patriots lose $15 million free agent signing Julian Hill for season: ‘Devastating’ By [email protected] Published June 3, 2026, 10:57 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Two days after trading for AJ Brown, the New England Patriots could be looking for another pass catcher. The Patriots placed tight end Julian Hill on injured reserve on Monday after a knee injury in a voluntary offseason practice knocked the former Miami Dolphin out for the year. “Julian won’t be able to play this season, plain and simple. Devastating. Awful. I really enjoyed the person and want to have him around here as much as we possibly can. He won’t be able to play this season,” Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said.
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