The New England Patriots kicked off roster trimming by releasing veteran guard Jordy McElroy and veteran Tyrese Robinson, removing two steady options from a front that has been rotating at left guard this offseason. Robinson, who originally came off waivers from Minnesota last season, showed sporadic edge but failed to secure a lock at LG as competition persisted. Jared Wilson, a rookie interior lineman, is emerging as a potential long-term answer, yet the job remains unsettled. The cuts thin the depth chart and set the stage for more moves as New England pares down to 53. For fantasy managers, the LG competition matters because whoever emerges could anchor the protection and influence the run game and pass protection, especially for Jones and the backfield.