Expectations for the Patriots are modest, with a roster that can reach the playoffs but looks unlikely to contend for a Super Bowl. The main concern centers on the offensive infrastructure surrounding Drake Maye. Receiving additions improve the group on paper, yet age, injury history, draft uncertainty, and limited top-end depth temper optimism. The offensive line could feature inexperienced blind-side protection and a potentially declining veteran, raising durability questions. The running game features a high-upside rookie and a ball-security issue. The defense should keep the team competitive, but offensive inconsistency risks a disappointing season.
Yes, New England's receiving core is better thanks to the additions of Stefon Diggs, Mack Hollins, and Kyle Williams, but it's fair to temper expectations just a bit. Diggs appears to be headed towards the back nine of his career and is coming off a torn ACL, so Patriots fans are a bit pessimistic about whether he's lost a step.
TreVeyon Henderson is being billed as one of the biggest home-run hitters in this rookie class, but he needs to prove he's worth the hype once the games count. He also needs to stay on the field, and Rhamondre Stevenson needs to resolve his fumbling issues. The defense will be fine and will keep the Patriots in games, but you can't win if you don't score points.
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