The biggest story for the New England Patriots this week is the demotion of starting quarterback Mac Jones to a backup role behind Bailey Zappe. However, there are more takeaways to analyze from the Patriots' game day roster. One significant takeaway is the state of the wide receiver position, with the absence of rookies Demario Douglas and Kayshon Boutte testing the group's depth. Without Douglas, JuJu Smith-Schuster will likely move into the top spot on the depth chart, joined by primary outside receiver DeVante Parker and rotational options Tyquan Thornton and Jalen Reagor. The Patriots might also incorporate their running back and tight end groups more, with an uptick in opportunities for the tight end position, particularly players like Mike Gesicki alongside Hunter Henry. Additionally, practice squad elevatee Malik Cunningham, who has spent more time at wide receiver than quarterback this season, could factor into the mix as well.
The Patriots' game day roster for Week 13 includes Bailey Zappe, Mac Jones, and Malik Cunningham as the quarterbacks. Rhamondre Stevenson, Ezekiel Elliott, and Ty Montgomery II make up the running back group. JuJu Smith-Schuster, DeVante Parker, Tyquan Thornton, Jalen Reagor, and Matthew Slater are the five wide receivers on the roster. At tight end, the Patriots have Hunter Henry, Mike Gesicki, and Pharaoh Brown. Trent Brown, Michael Onwenu, and Conor McDermott are the offensive tackles. The interior offensive line consists of Cole Strange and David Andrews.
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