The New England Patriots' 2024 draft class saw limited contributions, particularly from wide receivers Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker who struggled throughout their rookie season. While quarterback Drake Maye has expressed optimism about their progress in adapting to the new offensive scheme, the receivers face pressure to prove their worth to a new coaching staff moving into 2025. Despite some promising moments, Polk's 12 receptions for 87 yards and Baker's single catch for 12 yards highlight their disappointing seasons, prompting the team to sign veteran wideouts and draft a third-round prospect to bolster their receiving corps.
I think they're ahead of where they were when we were in the first couple weeks last year, learning the new offense.
Polk joined the Patriots as the 37th overall selection in last year's draft, and was given a big role on offense right out of the gate.
Baker finished the year with one catch for 12 yards, and even more so than Polk was an afterthought on the offensive side of the ball throughout 2024.
The Patriots under new head coach Mike Vrabel showed only moderate confidence in their ability to bounce back during this offseason.
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