Marcus Forston was the only practice squadder who didn’t get futures contract

The Patriots signed seven of their eight practice squadders to future contracts: offensive linemen Braxston Cave and R.J. Mattes, tackle Jordan Devey, wide receivers Reggie Dunn and Greg Orton, running back Sam McGuffie and linebacker Taylor Reed. Defensive lineman Marcus Forston was the only practice squadder who didn’t get a deal.

McGuffie, who played running back at Michigan before transferring to Rice to become a slot receiver, signed with the Pats practice squad Dec. 27.

“It’s incredible going from off the street to the New England Patriots,” he said today. “It’s kind of been a dream. I’ve wanted to be here all along.”

McGuffie said the Pats have used him at both running back and receiver.

“Wherever they need a guy, I’ll go there,” he said. “I don’t really know as far as the future. Whatever they need at practice, I’ll do that.”


(bostonherald.com)