"The abundance of receivers in camp already had limited Torry Holt's chances at earning a roster spot with the Patriots.

Yesterday the 11-year veteran ran out of chances. The Patriots placed Holt, who missed several practices last week and didn't play in the exhibition win over New Orleans Thursday, on injured reserve because of a knee injury.

"He is disappointed,'' said Holt's agent, Kennard McGuire. "He looked forward to competing and playing with another great quarterback, and playing for one of the all-time great coaches.''"