Patriots Project 53-Man Roster From 92 Players as 2026 Training Camp Opens
Updated
Updated · Pats Pulpit · Jul 25
Patriots Project 53-Man Roster From 92 Players as 2026 Training Camp Opens
3 articles · Updated · Pats Pulpit · Jul 25
Summary
Saturday’s first practice kicks off a roster battle with 92 Patriots competing for 53 spots, as a new projection pegs Drake Maye, A.J. Brown and a rebuilt offensive line as core locks.
On offense, New England is projected to keep 2 quarterbacks, 3 running backs, 3 tight ends and 6 receivers, with Tommy DeVito over rookie Behren Morton and Kayshon Boutte narrowly holding a spot.
The line remains a major camp focus: first-round tackles Will Campbell and Caleb Lomu make the cut, while injury-risk addition Alijah Vera-Tucker and center Jared Wilson headline an unsettled interior.
Defense looks deeper in the projection, led by tackles Milton Williams and Christian Barmore, a strong corner trio of Christian Gonzalez, Marcus Jones and Carlton Davis, and a safety group topped by Kevin Byard.
Uncertainty still surrounds several edge and depth jobs, with Harold Landry on PUP, rookie Gabe Jacas unsigned, and special teams roles likely helping decide the final spots before cuts.