Patriots Sign Two Players Before Super Bowl LX

New England adds linebacker Patrick Johnson and wide receiver Trent Sherfield Sr. to practice squad ahead of big game.

Jan. 28, 2026 at 6:31pm

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The New England Patriots have signed linebacker Patrick Johnson and wide receiver Trent Sherfield Sr. to their practice squad as they prepare to face the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX. Johnson has previous Super Bowl experience with the Philadelphia Eagles, while Sherfield is an 8-year NFL veteran who has played for several teams.

Why it matters

The Patriots are looking to add veteran depth and experience to their roster ahead of the Super Bowl, with Johnson's prior 'big game' experience and Sherfield's lengthy NFL career potentially providing a boost to the team's scout team and practice preparations.

The details

Johnson was a 7th-round draft pick by the Eagles in 2021 and has played in 70 NFL games with 2 starts, recording 26 tackles, 1 sack, and 15 special teams tackles. Sherfield has played in 124 NFL games with 14 starts over 8 seasons, catching 89 passes for 1,034 yards and 6 touchdowns. He most recently spent time with the Denver Broncos and Arizona Cardinals in 2025.

  • The Patriots signed Johnson and Sherfield to their practice squad on January 13, 2026.
  • The Patriots defeated the Denver Broncos 10-7 in the AFC Championship game on January 24, 2026 to advance to Super Bowl LX.

The players

Patrick Johnson

A linebacker who was originally drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles in 2021 and has previous Super Bowl experience.

Trent Sherfield Sr.

A wide receiver who is in his 8th NFL season and has played for several teams including the Arizona Cardinals, San Francisco 49ers, and Denver Broncos.

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What’s next

The Patriots will face the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX on February 2, 2026.

The takeaway

The Patriots are bolstering their roster with veteran depth and experience ahead of the Super Bowl, adding players like Johnson and Sherfield who can provide a boost to the team's preparations and scout team.