Patrick

Lewis

An undrafted free agent out of Texas A&M, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel considered Lewis a candidate for the 53-man roster. Beat writer Tom Silverstein believes he’ll be stashed on the practice squad as long as he clears waivers.

Lewis was considered a strong candidate for the Packers’ 53-man roster, but got waived at final cuts. He’ll serve as depth in guard-needy Cleveland.

Lewis was plucked off the Browns’ practice squad. An undrafted rookie out of Texas A&M, Lewis created some buzz in Packers camp. He should stick on the Jaguars’ offseason roster.

The team has also waived WR Brian Tyms and G/C Patrick Lewis. A third-year undrafted free agent, Smith appeared in three games for the Cowboys before getting cut loose. He’ll serve as blocking and special teams depth in Cleveland.

Lewis was a surprise cut after starting nine games last year. He adds veteran depth to Buffalo’s interior line. Lewis should push for the backup center job.

It’s a mild surprise, as the Seahawks retained Lewis as a restricted free agent after he made nine starts last season. Profootballtalk reported Monday they were trying to find a trade partner, but evidently couldn’t scare up a conditional day-three pick. Lewis can also play guard. The Seahawks also waived/injured George Farmer, DB Trovon Reed, DE Josh Shirley and WR Kevin Smith. LB Quayshawn Nealy and LB Pete Robertson were outright waived.

Lewis is signed for $1.671 million in the final year of his deal. He started 11 games for Seattle last season, grading out as Pro Football Focus’ No. 21 center. The Seahawks are moving forward with Justin Britt in the middle of their line. For what it’s worth, Lewis is PFF’s No. 7 center this preseason.

Lewis was claimed off waivers from the Seahawks at final cuts. He’ll be Eric Wood’s direct backup in Buffalo, and probably can play some guard as well.

An UDFA out of Texas A&M, the low tender means the Seahawks will not receive any compensation if they decide not to match another team’s offer sheet. Lewis struggled in nine starts last season, but the offensive line stabilized after he was inserted into the lineup. He should compete for a starting role in training camp. Lewis will earn $1.67 million on the low tender. The Seahawks also tendered six exclusive rights free agents, including CB DeShawn Shead.

Lewis, 25, emerged as Seattle’s starting center following the Max Unger trade last year, logging 11 starts including the playoffs. Although Lewis largely performed poorly, his permanent insertion into the lineup coincided with Russell Wilson’s white-hot second half of the season. The Seahawks need to attack the offensive line in the draft, with a center upgrade on their list of needs.