After coming up just short in 2017, the New England Patriots are again among the favorites to win the Super Bowl title this season. Over the next three months we will take a look at the players who will help the team reach pro football's promised land once again – from veterans like Tom Brady and Dont'a Hightower to emerging stars such as Trey Flowers to youngsters like Ryan Izzo and J.C. Jackson.
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New England Patriots 2018 roster breakdown
Let's break down the Patriots' roster one player at a time leading up to the 2018 season.
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September 2, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DE Trey Flowers
Entering the final year of his rookie deal, Flowers is projected to serve as New England’s number one defensive edge yet again.
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September 1, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DE Geneo Grissom
The former third-round draft pick could see his Patriots tenure come to an end today.
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August 31, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DE Derek Rivers
After a rookie year on injured reserve, Rivers is looking to establish himself in New England.
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August 30, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DE Adrian Clayborn
The offseason acquisition could help New England solidify its defensive edge.
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August 29, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DT Lawrence Guy
The veteran is a core member of the Patriots’ defensive tackle rotation.
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August 28, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DE Deatrich Wise Jr.
Wise Jr. is a prime candidate for the second-year jump.
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August 27, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DT Malcom Brown
The fourth-year man enters a contract year.
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August 26, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: TE Rob Gronkowski
There is no doubt: Gronkowski is the NFL’s best tight end.
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August 25, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: WR Paul Turner
It would be a surprise if the 25-year old survived roster cuts.
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August 24, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: WR Cordarrelle Patterson
The first-year Patriot is an intriguing fit in New England.
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August 22, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: TE Will Tye
Tye appears to become an odd man out at the tight end position.
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August 21, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: WR Eric Decker
The veteran is no lock to make the Patriots’ roster.
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August 20, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OT Trent Brown
The offseason acquisition will play a big role in 2018.
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August 19, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OT Isaiah Wynn
The first-round rookie will spend all of 2018 on injured reserve.
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August 18, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OC Ted Karras
Karras has been the Patriots’ primary interior backup the last two years.
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August 17, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OG Cole Croston
Will Croston again make the team’s 53-man roster?
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August 16, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OG Luke Bowanko
The veteran is trying to carve out a role along a crowded Patriots offensive line.
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August 15, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DT Danny Shelton
The trade acquisition is projected to play a big role this season.
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August 14, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: DT Adam Butler
The second-year man needs to build on an encouraging rookie season.
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August 13, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OG Shaq Mason
Mason is one of the NFL’s best players at his position.
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August 12, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OT LaAdrian Waddle
The veteran was re-signed this offseason. But does this guarantee a roster spot?
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August 11, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OT Ulrick John
The journeyman tries to find a permanent home in New England.
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August 10, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OC James Ferentz
Will Ferentz be able to finally earn a roster spot in New England? It will not be easy.
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August 9, 2018
Patriots roster breakdown: OG Jason King
The second-year man tries to earn a backup spot on the team.