McClellin is uncertain to continue his playing career due to the "cumulative effect of concussions," Mike Reiss of ESPN reports. "I'm still staying ready, still working out. I've learned to never say never, there's always a chance that I could still play again, but for now all my focus is on coaching high school," the linebacker said.

EDGE Analysis

While McClellin isn't officially retiring, that option certainly seems to be on the table for the linebacker after having had five documented concussions over the course of his career. However, it doesn't sound like the 29-year-old has any intentions of signing with any team any time soon.

McClellin (concussion) was released by the Patriots on Monday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Per the report, McClellin's release stems from a failed physical. The Boise State product missed the entirety of the 2017 season dealing with the aftereffects of a concussion. McClellin, 28, should draw attention from other teams.

Patriots head coach Bill Belichick confirmed Wednesday that McClellin (concussion) wouldn't be activated from injured reserve, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

With McClellin's 21-day practice window coming to a close Wednesday and the linebacker having recently suffered a setback in his recovery from the concussion, it was an easy choice for the Patriots to shut him down for the season rather than activate him. McClellin will enter the final year of his three-year, $8.95 million contract with Patriots in 2018.

McClellin landed on injured reserve due to a concussion and suffered a setback in his return to practice, Jeff Howe of the Boston Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

The linebacker was eligible to return off injured reserve this week, but setback now puts McClellin's season in jeopardy. It looks like the Patriots will remain as cautious as possible with McClellin's injury given the nature of the setback, so it will be several weeks before he can even start to think about a potential return to the field, which seems unlikely to happen anyway.

McClellin (undisclosed) returned to practice Wednesday, Jeff Howe of the Boston Herald reports.

EDGE Analysis

McClellin hadn't practiced since suffering a still-undisclosed injury during the opening days of training camp. The Patriots now have a three-week window to activate McClellin to the 53-man roster, starting Wednesday after his return to practice, or else he'll be required to finish the season on injured reserve.

Coach Bill Belichick said Tuesday that there is a "possibility" that McClellin (undisclosed) could return to practice this week, Nora Princiotti of The Boston Globe reports.

EDGE Analysis

McClellin was placed on injured reserve at the start of the regular season after missing most of training camp. Whether McClellin is back at practice this week or not, it is clear, given Belichick's optimism, that the linebacker is very close to making his return to the field. Expect another update on his status to come later in the week.

McClellin (undisclosed) was placed on injured reserve Monday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

McClellin missed the majority of the preseason with an undisclosed injury and will now be sidelined for at least the first half of season. The six-year pro was a key contributor on special teams and select defensive packages for the Super Bowl champs last season, playing in 14 games and making four starts. In a corresponding move, the Patriots resigned running back Brandon Bolden - another key special teamer for the Patriots over the past few years.

McClellin (undisclosed) has not participated in practices recently, Erik Scalavino of the Patriots' official site reports.

EDGE Analysis

McClellin isn't in danger of being left off the roster by any means, but he's still fighting for more snaps this season after free-agent signee, David Harris, arrived in New England. The Boise State product posted 41 tackles and one sack in 2016.

McClellin could see his playing time take a hit this season due to the addition of David Harris, Mike Reiss of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

McClellin played 34.5% of the defensive snaps last season, and tallied 41 tackles, one sack, and one fumble recovery in the process. The Jets surprisingly cut Harris in an economic-based move, but he figures to get plenty of snaps for the Patriots. It remains to be seen how his presence will cut into McClellin's snaps, but he will presumably see less time on the field.

McClellin (concussion) is active for Sunday's Week 7 game against Pittsburgh.

EDGE Analysis

McClellin is playing after being limited in practice all week. He'll start at linebacker alongside Dont'a Hightower and Jamie Collins.