The New England Patriots finished up their spring practices with mandatory minicamp last week. They’ve now earned themselves a small break before training camp is officially underway in late July.
That’ll be when the pads come on and real football begins.
The Patriots don’t have the most talented roster in the NFL, particularly on the offensive side of the ball, but it’s still going to be a difficult process to cut things down to 53 players. There’s a far greater number of players who could make a case for a roster spot, but they’ll have to prove it on the practice field in the summer.
Today, we’re projecting the 53-man roster for the Patriots when it’s all said and done. Cole Strange was not included on this list because he could potentially miss half of the season with a knee injury. So it’s more likely he’ll be put on the shelf, which should open up an opportunity for another player.
Here’s what the Patriots’ final roster could look like:
FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 29: Jacoby Brissett #14 of the New England Patriots makes a pass during the New England Patriots OTA Offseason Workout on May 29, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
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FOXBOROUGH, MASSACHUSETTS – MAY 29: Drake Maye #10 of the New England Patriots throws the ball during the New England Patriots OTA Offseason Workout on May 29, 2024 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
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May 11, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Joe Milton III (19) throws a pass at the New England Patriots rookie camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
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