![]() ![]() Practice squad (6): Arlington Hambright, William Sherman, James Ferentz, Chasen Hines, Bill Murray, Yasir Durant Roster (8): Trent Brown, Cole Strange, David Andrews, Michael Onwneu, Isaiah Wynn, Yodny Cajuste, Justin Herron, Kody Russey Matt Sokol has quietly done his job and, from my perspective, his play has earned him a spot on the practice squad. Asiasi’s special teams contributions and a lack of proven experience behind starters Hunter Henry and Jonnu Smith will likely keep stick around. Practice squad (2): Devin Asiasi, Matt Sokolĭevin Asiasi hasn’t done anything to set himself apart in year three despite a frustrating amount of talent. Kristian Wilkerson looked good catching passes from Zappe in Week 1 of the preseason, but his injury during a chippy Carolina Panthers joint practice paused his development. ![]() Tre Nixon has had some flashes this preseason, but he’s also struggled with drops and his lack of effort on Bailey Zappe’s second preseason interception sealed the turnover. Humphrey initially seemed like a bubble guy due to depth at wide receiver, Thornton’s injury and Devin Asiasi’s disappointing start may have opened the door to a spot on the final-53. Lil’Jordan Humphrey was a revelation in the preseason, catching everything thrown his way and bringing toughness as a big slot. Tyquan Thornton was earning first-team reps in training camp and preseason before suffering a collarbone injury, but should be back mid-season without many limitations. Kendrick Bourne has had a disturbingly quiet training camp, but hopefully that’s simply a blip and he will live up to expectations of a Year 2 jump in the Patriots’ system. This shift should free Nelson Agholor to play off the ball and in the slot more often, which should better suit his electric, if not overpowering skill-set. Jakobi Meyers continues to be the straw that stirs the drink for the Patriots offense, catching nearly twice as many training camp targets from Mac Jones as the next closest player.ĭeVante Parker will bring size, elite contested catch ability, and some downfield ferocity to the offense as the team’s primary X-receiver. Practice squad (2): Kristian Wilkerson, Tre Nixon Roster (6): Jakobi Meyers, DeVante Parker, Nelson Agholor, Kendrick Bourne, Tyquan Thornton, Lil’Jordan Humphrey I don’t believe both will make the roster, with Kevin Harris possibly starting his career on the practice squad due to a lack of special teams involvement. has seen more receiving snaps and been a returner, blocker, and coverage player on special teams. Given Montgomery’s injury, Taylor may have his best chance yet at becoming a contributor this season, though I believe he will start on the practice squad until someone is placed on injured reserve.įifth-rounder Kevin Harris was the primary young runner in the preseason and saw two screen targets in addition to running a slant from empty, but fourth-rounder Pierre Strong Jr. Taylor has been a preseason standout since signing with the team as an undrafted free agent in 2020, but he’s found himself on the bottom due to his diminutive stature and veteran talent ahead of him. To keep Montgomery on the initial 53-man roster and avoid ending season, Kevin Harris may start the season on the practice squad. Ty Montgomery will likely end up on short-term injured reserve after suffering an ankle injury in the final preseason game. Taylorĭamien Harris and Rhamondre Stevenson remain atop the depth chart as one of the league’s most dynamic one-two punches, but the team’s every-down-back experiment with players having designated drives will be something to monitor during the regular season. Roster (4): Damien Harris, Rhamondre Stevenson, Pierre Strong Jr., Ty Montgomery This preseason, Zappe’s ball placement and awareness have impressed while his ability to create off-schedule and stay poised under pressure have come as a pleasant surprise.Įxpect Zappe to be the team’s top backup next season. Despite a record-shattering senior season at Western Kentucky, Zappe’s stock dropped largely due to inconsistent accuracy and decision-making, as well as a below-average arm. ![]() One unexpected storyline from this position group is how well fourth-rounder Bailey Zappe performed when given opportunities. Unsurprisingly, Mac Jones is once again your starter with wise veteran Brian Hoyer serving as his mentor and top backup. Roster (3): Mac Jones, Brian Hoyer, Bailey Zappe So, who will it be? Based on several training camp practices and three exhibition contests, here is our best-guess estimation. Only 53 of the current 80 players will be able to make the opening-day squad. With the New England Patriots’ preseason slate in the books after a 23-6 defeat at the hands of the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday night, attention now turns to the final roster cutdown deadline on Tuesday afternoon. ![]()
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