Patriots re-signed WR Donte' Stallworth. Stallworth was released in late August prior to cut-down days. Since then, he has worked out for the Dolphins, Bills, and most recently the Patriots last week. He'll fill Deion Branch's role and won't be a fantasy option as the fourth or fifth option in the passing attack.

Patriots worked out free agent WR Donte' Stallworth. Stallworth was not offered a contract. He does have experience in Josh McDaniels' offense from the 2007 season, so the Pats will have him on speed dial if another injury strikes at wide receiver.

The Bills worked out free agent WR Donte' Stallworth Monday. The receiver-needy Bills also tried out Danario Alexander Monday. Stallworth visited the Dolphins late last month, but has otherwise drawn lukewarm interest since his release from the Patriots. Alexander would be a higher-upside flier for the Bills, though Stallworth presents a far steadier option.

The Dolphins are working out free agent WR Donte' Stallworth Thursday. Stallworth is among a "number" of receivers trying out for the Dolphins. He's 31, but he'd at least give the Dolphins some straight-line speed. Their starting receivers right now are Legedu Naanee and Davone Bess.

Patriots released WR Donte' Stallworth.

According to ESPN Boston, Patriots WR Donte' Stallworth's speed has been "evident throughout the offseason." Stallworth turned 32 in November, but sounds like he's lost surprisingly little of his elite straight-line speed. Stallworth's chances of cracking New England's 53 increased dramatically following the release of Anthony Gonzalez and Chad Ochocinco, but he may have to prove he can contribute on special teams to truly be in the mix for a spot in the Pats' crowded receiver corps.

Patriots WR Donte' Stallworth has been returning kickoffs during OTAs. With Chad Ochocinco and Anthony Gonzalez out of the picture, Stallworth has a much better chance of making the 53-man roster. Adding kick returns to his repertoire would only help. The veteran hasn't returned a kick since he was with the Saints in 2003, when he had eight returns for 171 yards.

Personnel executives tell the Boston Globe that WR Donte' Stallworth "likely won't dress" on game days this season. Stallworth gets high marks as a "tight route runner" with good straight-line speed, but he struggles versus press coverage, has questionable hands, and struggles to stay healthy. He's no more than a fourth receiver, but a lack of special teams value leaves him as the odd man in a crowded wide receiver corps.

Patriots agreed to terms with WR Donte' Stallworth on a one-year contract. The numbers aren't in yet, but it would be a surprise if the contract is guaranteed. Stallworth knows the offense and can provide the occasional presence outside the numbers, but the Pats had already picked up Brandon Lloyd and Anthony Gonzalez in the early days of free agency. Meanwhile, Deion Branch remains unsigned.

Redskins OC Kyle Shanahan insists Donte' Stallworth is playing as well as any receiver on the team right now. Stallworth's 190 yards over the past three games are more than he posted in the previous 12 games combined. The Redskins clearly needed a play-making upgrade at receiver, but Stallworth is playing his way into the team's plans as an impending free agent.