The New England Patriots have released veteran center and team captain David Andrews, 

concluding his notable decade-long tenure with the franchise. Andrews, who joined the Patriots as an undrafted free agent in 2015, quickly established himself as a cornerstone of the team's offensive line. Throughout his career, he started 121 of 124 regular-season games and played a pivotal role in securing two Super Bowl titles. His leadership qualities were recognized through his election as an eight-time team captain. However, the 32-year-old's recent seasons have been marred by injuries, including a shoulder ailment that limited him to just four games last season. Despite his aspirations to continue playing, the Patriots' decision to release Andrews is part of a broader roster restructuring under new head coach Mike Vrabel, aiming to create $2.7 million in salary cap space. citeturn0news17 This move signifies a significant transition for the Patriots, as Andrews was one of the last remaining links to the team's previous Super Bowl era.