Patriots release Chris Harper after botched punt in loss to Broncos
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The New England Patriots released wide receiver Chris Harper on Monday, according to multiple reports.
Harper botched a punt in the fourth quarter Sunday against the Denver Broncos with the Patriots leading 21-7. New England went on to suffer its first defeat of the season, 30-24 in overtime.
The 21-year-old receiver vacillated between the team's practice squad and active roster throughout the season.
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