Tyquan Thornton never emerged as the top threat the Patriots were seeking when they drafted him in the second round in 2022, and New England has informed the wide receiver that he is being waived, a source told ESPN.

The Patriots are reportedly releasing wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, a former second-round pick. Read more on Boston.com.

The New England Patriots traded up to select Tyquan Thornton in the second round of the 2022 NFL draft. The receiver is now reportedly headed to waivers after 28 games.