Patriots sign quarterback Cody Kessler

In three seasons with the Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars, Kessler appeared in 17 games.

Cody Kessler was released by the Philadelphia Eagles at the end of the preseason. John Raoux/AP

By Andrew Mahoney

September 25, 2019

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The Patriots are adding another quarterback, signing veteran Cody Kessler, a league source confirmed.

Kessler, 26 was drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the third round out of USC in 2016. In three seasons with the Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars, he appeared in 17 games, completing 224 of 349 passes for 2,215 yards and eight touchdowns and five interceptions.

After being released by the Jaguars in May, Kessler was in camp with the Phildelphia Eagles but was cut at the end of the preseason.

The Patriots may want backup quarterback Jarret Stidham getting more reps in practice and learning the offense, according to Ben Volin.

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