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New England Patriots release superstar Antonio Brown after rape and threat claims

New England Patriots wide receiver Antonio Brown puts on his shoes on the field during New England Patriots practice at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA on Sep. 18, 2019.

Tom Tlumacki | Boston Globe | Getty Images

The New England Patriots released Antonio Brown on Friday following sexual assault accusations against the wide receiver. 

The Patriots, who signed Brown only 11 days ago, confirmed in a statement to NBC Sports that they dropped Brown. The franchise said “we feel that it is best to move in a different direction at this time.” 

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