"ESPN's John Clayton is reporting that Channing Crowder, released last week by the Dolphins, took a physical with the Patriots on Thursday.

Crowder was not offered a contract, Clayton reported.

To read Clayton's report go here.

Crowder, a six-year starter for the Dolphins, was released Friday following the first practice of training camp.

Crowder, the Dolphins' third-round pick out of the University of Florida in 2005, was slated to make $2.5 million in 2011, the final year of a contract he signed in 2008.

Crowder, 27, is the son of former Dolphins defensive lineman Randy Crowder.

During his six seasons with the Dolphins, Crowder tallied 469 tackles (343 solo), but he only produced 2.5 sacks and one interception."