Voluntary OTAs are underway for the New England Patriots, followed by a more serious mandatory mini-camp from June 15-17 and then a break until summer training camp begins on July 21. The team, coached by Mike Vrabel, will work third-year quarterback Drake Maye and the rest of the roster with an emphasis on proving doubters wrong about the 2026 season and its tougher schedule. Undrafted free agent signees are expected to be prominent participants, including running back Myles Montgomery from UCF, who holds the largest UDFA contract the Patriots have ever given, with $272,500 in guarantees. The Patriots operate as a meritocracy, cutting players and building the 53-man roster based on who best helps the team win.
"“It doesn't matter if it's football or just a casual game off the field, Myles Montgomery does not want to lose. The New England Patriots signed the UCF running back as an undrafted free agent this past offseason, and for a lot of money. His $272,500 in guarantees is the most the Patriots have ever given an undrafted rookie in franchise history. That's not a small chunk of change, and Montgomery got it for good reason.”"
"“The Patriots are a team coached by Vrabel that operates as a meritocracy. No matter who you are, where you played previously, how high you were drafted, or even if you signed a free agent contract, you'll make the 53-man roster based on who gives the team the best chance to win. The same principle goes for who'll play during the season.”"
"“Vrabel has cut numerous players from 2024's terrible roster. More of the few remaining are likely on their way out either this season or next. One position in flux is where Montgomery may enter the picture.”"
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