Patriots project 53-man roster after preseason game against Eagles
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 1:20 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The New England Patriots played their second preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles. Offensive performance notes include Behren Morton leading a game-winning drive, potentially affecting his roster status. Running back decisions remain challenging, particularly for the third spot among Rhamondre Stevenson, TreVeyon Henderson, and Hassan Haskins. The Patriots' receiving corps may carry seven players, with A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs positioned as key contributors. The coaching staff must finalize roster decisions in the coming days as the preseason nears its end.
- •Patriots faced Eagles in the second preseason game on August 24, 2026.
- •Behren Morton led a late-game touchdown drive.
- •Hassan Haskins competes for the third running back spot.
- •Seven wide receivers may be carried, with A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs as key players.
- •Final roster decisions are expected soon as preseason concludes.
- 1:20 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots 53-man roster projection after Eagles preseason game
"Projecting the Patriots' 53-man roster after their Week 2 preseason win over the Eagles.
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