Pats Add TE Cleveland, LB Fleming To Roster; Release DB McDonald
FOXBORO (CBS) -- The New England Patriots have announced the signing of tight end Asante Cleveland and linebacker Darius Fleming to the 53-man roster and the release of defensive back Dewey McDonald.
The team released a statement Saturday night announcing the moves.
Cleveland, 23, was previously a member of the Patriots' practice squad. Fleming, 26, also was a member of the practice team before joining the active roster.
McDonald, 25, first joined the Patriots after being claimed off waivers from the Indianapolis Colts on Oct. 28.