Patriots Sign Linebacker K.J. Britt to One-Year Deal

The New England Patriots have signed linebacker K.J. Britt to a one-year contract to bolster their defensive and special teams depth. Britt, 26, spent the 2025 season with the Miami Dolphins, where he recorded 35 tackles and logged 77% of special teams snaps. With 76 games of NFL experience, he provides the Patriots with insurance at linebacker and a core contributor for their special teams units.