Vellano was released by the Patriots on Sept. 30, but played parts of the 2013 and 2014 seasons with New England. He first joined the Patriots as a rookie free agent out of Maryland on May 3, 2013, and went on to play in 16 games, with eight starts as a rookie. He finished the season with 48 tackles and two sacks.

Vellano played in five games with one start in the 2014 regular season and also saw action in the AFC Championship Game against Indianapolis. He finished the 2014 season with six total tackles and one sack.


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