Patriots face roster challenge with seven wide receivers ahead of season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The New England Patriots currently have seven wide receivers vying for roster spots as the 2026 season approaches. Players like A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and Kayshon Boutte are in contention for a limited roster space, as teams typically keep only five or six receivers. The Patriots' offseason moves, including signing Doubs and trading for Brown, have complicated the roster situation. Trade rumors surrounding Boutte persist, highlighting the team's overcrowded receiving corps. The final roster decisions will unfold before the season opener on September 9 in Seattle.
- •Patriots have seven wide receivers competing for roster spots.
- •A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, and Kayshon Boutte are among those listed.
- •Teams usually keep five or six receivers on the 53-man roster.
- •Trade rumors involving Boutte could alter the receiving group.
- •The final roster will be set before the season opener on September 9.
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