Patriots 53-man roster projection before training camp

Key Points:

• The New England Patriots begin their 2026 training camp with 92 players competing for 53 roster spots, intensifying the battle for positions across all units.
• Quarterback Drake Maye is projected as the starter, with veteran Tommy DeVito as backup; rookie Behren Morton is expected to be on the practice squad.
• Key offensive players include running backs Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson, wide receivers A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs, and tight end Hunter Henry, while the offensive line features first-round picks Will Campbell and Caleb Lomu bolstered by veteran Morgan Moses.
• On defense, the Patriots rely on strong defensive tackle duo Milton Williams and Christian Barmore, defensive ends Dre’Mont Jones and Harold Landry III (currently on PUP list), and a linebacker group led by Robert Spillane and Christian Elliss.
• Special teams are anchored by kicker Andy Borregales, punter Bryce Baringer, and long snapper Julian Ashby, with all expected to compete for starting roles.