DALTON KEENE NEWS

Goes on IR Keene (knee) was placed on injured reserve Wednesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Impact Keene tore his ACL in Saturday's exhibition win over the Giants and will now miss the entirety of the 2024 campaign. It's another tough break for the Virginia Tech product who has struggled to get his career on track since missing the 2021 campaign due to meniscus damage.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Plays 29 snaps Friday Keene (undisclosed) was on the field for 29 snaps in Friday's 20-12 preseason victory over the Steelers, per the NFL's official transaction log.

Impact Keene is cometing with the likes of Cade Stover and Teagan Quitoriano (calf) for a delph role at tight end. He played just one game in Houston last season, but the team opted to give him another look with a reserve/future contract.

AUGUST 10 • ROTOWIRE

Dalton Keene, New England Patriots, Tight End Dalton Keene is a 6-4, 223-pound Tight End from Littleton, CO.

JUNE 10 • 247SPORTS.COM

Dalton Keene extends Texans' lead with 1-yard TD rush Tight end Dalton Keene extends Houston Texans' lead with a 1-yard touchdown rush.

AUGUST 11, 2023 • NFL.COM

Joins Denver's practice squad Denver signed Keene to its practice squad Saturday, Aric DiLalla of the Broncos' official site reports.

Impact Keene started the season on the Eagles' practice squad after being a casualty of the Patriots' final roster cuts, but he was recently let go by Philadelphia and will get a new opportunity in Denver. The 2020 third-round pick caught three of five targets for 16 yards across six appearances during his rookie season, but he hasn't appeared in an NFL game since.

OCTOBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Eagles release TE Dalton Keene from the practice squad The Eagles now have an open spot on the practice squad.

OCTOBER 4, 2022 • PHILADELPHIAEAGLES.COM

Patriots Release TE Dalton Keene, Roster at 82 Tight end Dalton Keene had been a frequent absentee throughout training camp, and did not suit up for either of the New England Patriots’ pr...

AUGUST 21, 2022 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM

Patriots release TE Dalton Keene The New England Patriots announced that they have released TE Dalton Keene.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • PATRIOTS.COM

Waived by Patriots The Patriots have waived Keene, Field Yates of ESPN reports.

Impact As Mike Reiss of ESPN.com notes, the 2020 third-rounder often battled injuries during his time with the Patriots. Now it looks like the Virginia Tech product -- who has three regular season catches in six game to his credit -- will look for a fresh start with a new team.

AUGUST 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back to full participation Keene practiced primarily with the scout-team offense during New England's 11-on-11 team periods Thursday, Andrew Callahan of The Boston Herald reports.

Impact Keene's participation in padded team drills Thursday seems to suggest he's fully recovered from an undisclosed injury, which kept him limited during voluntary OTAs and mandatory minicamp earlier this offseason. The tight end also worked with the team's kick coverage unit, which could prove valuable in ensuring his spot on the team's final roster heading into the regular season. Keene will compete with fellow 2020 third-round pick Devin Asiasi for the Patriots' No. 3 tight-end spot.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains limited with knee Keene (knee) is still limited at mandatory minicamp, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

Impact Keene remains limited at practice while recovering from the meniscus surgery he had last August. His next major benchmark date will come late next month at training camp, when he'll presumably be ready to ramp up his activity. The tight enters the 2022 campaign as a depth piece behind Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith.

JUNE 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still limited by knee Keene was only able to practice in a limited capacity during New England's OTAs last week, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

Impact It was presumed that Keene had recovered from the surgery he underwent last August for a meniscus injury that held him out for all of 2021, but evidently that's not the case. It's a concerning sign for Keene, who will need to compete for reps behind Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith. He'll need to participate in some capacity in training camp to be a lock to make the Patriots' 2022 roster.

MAY 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still in backup TE mix Following the 2022 NFL Draft, Keene (knee) and Devin Asiasi remain in the Patriots' backup tight end mix, Matthew Fairburn of The Athletic reports.

Impact While neither of the two 2020 third-rounders are threats to supplant the team's top two tight ends, Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith, the Patriots would no doubt like to see added contributions from Keene and/or Asiasi. Since being taken 101st overall out of Virginia Tech, Keene has recorded just three catches for 16 yards in six regular-season NFL games. The 23-year-old spent last season on IR, but he's presumably past the knee injury that landed him there and will look to reclaim his roster spot ahead of the 2022 campaign.

MAY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moves back to IR Keene (knee) shifted back to IR from the reserve/COVID-19 list Tuesday, Doug Kyed of Pro Football Focus reports.

Impact Keene underwent season-ending surgery to repair a meniscus injury in August and was ruled out for the season. Now that he's cleared COVID protocols he can return to rehabbing his knee at the Patriots' facilities to prepare for a return at full strength for the 2022 season.

DECEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to COVID-19 list Keene (knee) was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Monday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Keene underwent season-ending surgery to repair a meniscus injury in August and isn't expected to play this season. However, after being placed in COVID-19 protocols following his positive test, he will have to produce back-to-back negative tests at least 24 hours apart or complete a 10-day quarantine (if unvaccinated) before he's able to return to team facilities.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Out for season Keene (knee) recently underwent season-ending surgery to address a meniscus injury, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.

Impact The Patriots placed Keene on the preseason PUP list with an undisclosed injury before training camp kicked off, and the aforementioned procedure will send him to injured reserve for the entirety of the 2021 campaign. According to Rapoport, Keene had a similar surgery during his time at Virginia Tech, and he also spent time on IR last season with a knee issue. In any case, the 2020 third-rounder won't be a part of the Patriots offense this fall, leaving tight end to be covered by newcomers Jonnu Smith and Hunter Henry (as expected) and fellow second-year player Devin Asiasi.

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

What Dalton Keene's Move To IR Means For Patriots Tight End Scratch one name off the New England Patriots’ list of roster hopefuls at tight end. The Patriots on Saturday placed second-year tight end D...

AUGUST 7, 2021 • NESN.COM

Patriots Re-Sign LB Cassh Maluia; Place TE Dalton Keene and LB Raekwon McMillan on Injury Reserve The New England Patriots announced that they have re-signed LB Cassh Maluia. In addition, the Patriots placed TE Dalton Keene and LB Raekwon...

AUGUST 7, 2021 • PATRIOTS.COM

Done for season with knee injury The Patriots placed Keene on injured reserve Saturday after he recently underwent surgery to address meniscus damage to his knee, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network repots.

Impact Keene opened camp on the PUP list with the knee issue, and after he apparently didn't progress as the Patriots had hoped, he was sent in for the season-ending procedure. Despite facing a lack of established competition for reps as a rookie last season, the 2020 third-round pick was a major disappointment, compiling just three receptions for 16 yards across six games. With the offseason additions of Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith, Keene wasn't expected to have a major role on offense in 2021, even before he underwent the procedure. He'll likely have to fight for a roster spot if he returns healthy for the 2022 season.

AUGUST 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Shifts to PUP list The Patriots placed Keene (undisclosed) on the PUP list Thursday, Zack Cox of NESN.com reports.

Impact Keene can be activated from the PUP list at any time during training camp, but given that he's coming off an unimpressive three-catch rookie season, it will be somewhat concerning if he has to miss a significant number of practices. With Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith having joined New England's tight end corps in free agency, it will be pivotal for Keene to make the most of every opportunity he's given through training camp and the Patriots' preseason slate.

JULY 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches as rookie Keene finished the 2020 season with three catches on five targets for 16 yards in six games.

Impact Meanwhile, fellow rookie Devin Asiasi logged two catches on seven targets for 39 yards yards and a TD in nine contests. Tight end was a big need for the Patriots heading into the 2020 NFL Draft, and when the team took Asiasi and Keene with third-round picks, it was hoped that the duo could make an immediate splash in the offense. Neither player did, however, and the duo's fantasy upside in 2021 is tied to what offseason personnel changes are made, in particular at TE and QB.

JANUARY 7, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Limited snaps Monday Keene logged just three snaps on offense in Monday night's 38-9 loss to the Bills.

Impact In five games this season, Keene has caught just two passes for 10 yards. Meanwhile, fellow rookie third-round tight end Devin Asiasi is still looking for his first NFL catch. Both players will need to have strong showings in training camp next year in order to gain any attention in 2021 re-draft leagues.

DECEMBER 29, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Catches one pass Sunday Keene caught one of his two targets for two yards in Sunday's 22-12 loss to the Dolphins.

Impact Keene was on the field for 29 of the Patriots' 55 snaps on offense Sunday, while fellow rookie tight end Devin Asiasi was out there for 27 snaps en route to logging one target. Neither player has made a fantasy impact thus far, though it's possible that Keene may be a bit more involved over New England's last two games, with the team out of playoff contention and perhaps inclined to get more of a look at some of its younger players during that span.

DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

In lineup for Week 13 Keene is active for the Patriots' Week 13 matchup against the Chargers, Andrew Callahan of Boston Herald reports.

Impact Heading into a matchup against the Charger's 10th-ranked pass defense, the third-round rookie has one catch for eight yards, with Week 7 marking his lone game appearance. Keene resided on IR from Nov. 10 to Dec. 5 because of a knee injury, but now he'll work in tandem with Ryan Izzo as the only active tight ends for New England.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Patriots-Chargers Inactive List Reaction: Dalton Keene Returns To Offense - NESN.com New England Patriots rookie tight end Dalton Keene will make his return after a three-game stint on injured reserve.

DECEMBER 6, 2020 • NESN.COM