Despite a limited camp resume, Thomas’ speed and explosive play-making ability give him the nod, here. In a surprise, the Patriots decide to roster undrafted rookie free agent Jeff Thomas. Damiere Byrd has impressed the Pats with his speed and experience. This is especially true of Gunner Olszewski, who has looked significantly quicker and stronger than he did last season. While Edelman and Harry have long been considered the only 2020 roster locks at wideout, several Patriots’ receivers parlayed a strong camp into roster spots. Julian Edelman, N’Keal Harry, Mohamed Sanu, Damiere Byrd, Gunner Olszewski, Jeff Thomas Ryan Izzo has displayed significant growth as a blocker enough to earn him the third spot at the position. His ability to line up in the H-back (or even FB) role will become more evident as Keene is able to adapt to New England’s offensive schemes. Dalton Keene will emerge as a versatile asset as the season progresses. Tight End (3)ĭespite recently being slowed by an ankle injury, Asiasi has displayed the necessary prowess as both a pass catcher and run blocker to earn the TE1 spot. Jakob Johnson had a strong camp, proving that he did not inherit the fullback position by default. ![]() In fact, Patriots’ running backs coach Ivan Fears has already nicknamed him “Little Dion” (as in, Lewis). His ability to play bigger than his 5-foot-5inch frame, as well the the exciting style he brings to the position, present a risk to losing him en route to the practice squad. Not only did he secure a roster spot, but he may also challenge Sony Michel for the majority of the team’s snaps. Damien Harris was among the camp standouts. The running back corps is arguably the deepest position on the Patriots offense in 2020. James White, Sony Michel, Rex Burkhead, Damien Harris, Jakob Johnson Stidham will once again serve as the team’s primary back-up, and his ailing lower body makes Brian Hoyer a necessary addition on the depth chart. Although the job appears to be Cam’s for the taking, there is still a prominent place for Jarrett Stidham on this team. ![]() As Training Camp progressed, Cam Newton continued to emerge as the front runner with each passing day. With the Pats’ depth chart beginning to come into focus, here is an attempted gaze into the ‘Belichickian Crystal Ball’ at the Patriots’ projected final product: Quarterback (3)įor the first time in nearly 20 years, the Patriots found themselves battling uncertainty at their starting quarterback position. However, by 4:00pm on Saturday, September 5th, the team must trim its roster to the 53 members, with which they choose to march into the upcoming season. For the New England Patriots, the post-Tom Brady era is about to begin. The added complexities of the tumultuous year that has been 2020, have made this one of the most challenging offseasons in recent memory. For all 32 NFL teams, roster building is a difficult process, each and every year.
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