Sunday Patriots Notes: Defensive depth a concern as cutdown deadline looms
Notes and thoughts about the roster depth, Christian Gonzalez’s frustration, Gabe Jacas’ development, and more.
The New England Patriots have concluded their preseason, setting the stage for roster adjustments ahead of the regular season. Head coach Mike Vrabel expressed concerns about the team's depth, particularly on defense, after a preseason game against the Cleveland Browns where the Patriots' backups struggled against the Browns' reserves.
The team will now trim 91 players down to 53 by Sunday evening and explore options to bolster their roster through the waiver wire. Key areas of focus include the defensive line, edge rushers, linebacker corps, and cornerbacks. Veteran cornerback Christian Gonzalez has yet to reach a contract extension with the Patriots, causing frustration for both parties.
The Patriots elected not to play starters during the preseason, with the first live snaps of the season set for September 9 against the Seattle Seahawks.
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