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The New England Patriots have seven capable wide receivers to fill five, at most six, open roster slots.
With the way the NFL is trending toward two tight end sets, teams are now carrying more tight ends than ever. The Los Angeles Rams had as many as five suit up in a game last year. Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has been very open about wanting to be a heavier offense in 2026.
If an extra roster spot is given to the tight end room, it has to come from somewhere.
I say that to say this: there will be a position battle this summer resulting in at least one of your favorite wide receivers being left off of the 53-man roster.
The New England Patriots have seven capable wide receivers to fill five, at most six, open roster slots.
With the way the NFL is trending toward two tight end sets, teams are now carrying more tight ends than ever. The Los Angeles Rams had as many as five suit up in a game last year. Offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels has been very open about wanting to be a heavier offense in 2026.
If an extra roster spot is given to the tight end room, it has to come from somewhere.
I say that to say this: there will be a position battle this summer resulting in at least one of your favorite wide receivers being left off of the 53-man roster.
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