"The New England Patriots' wide receiver corps was incredibly disappointing in 2024, and to their credit, they certainly aided their shortcomings with their offseason additions. Stefon Diggs was the marquee addition, but Mack Hollins was added as a depth option and special teamer. Kyle Williams was selected in the third round, and UDFA Efton Chism III impressed enough to make the roster."
"Kristopher Knox of Bleacher Report suggests one wideout that could be available is the Jets' Allen Lazard. The 29-year-old had his best season in 2022 with Aaron Rodgers in Green Bay, totaling 788 receiving yards and six touchdowns from 60 grabs. He would total 841 yards in his next two seasons after signing with the Jets, and has yet to make a catch this year."
"The Jets releasing the Iowa State product wouldn't make much sense given their lack of talent at the position, but it isn't off the table. Come Week 12 or so, if he is still struggling, they could opt for a younger option and show Lazard the door. It seems unlikely anyone would give more than a conditional late-round pick in a trade for him."
The New England Patriots' wide receiver group underperformed in 2024 despite offseason acquisitions. Stefon Diggs was the marquee addition while Mack Hollins joined as depth and special teams help, Kyle Williams was a third-round pick, and UDFA Efton Chism III earned a roster spot. The group still appears insufficient despite a 33-point offensive outburst against the Dolphins and Kayshon Boutte's emergence. Kristopher Knox suggests Allen Lazard could be available from the Jets. Lazard, 29, had 788 yards and six touchdowns in 2022 and totaled 841 yards over the next two seasons with the Jets but has not recorded a catch this year. The Jets face thin depth at receiver and might release Lazard only if he continues to struggle; a trade return would likely be a conditional late-round pick.
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