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Patriots’ skilled position group ranks in top 10 for 2026 season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 4:00 PM

Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Patriots’ skilled position group ranks in top 10 for 2026 season

Summary

The New England Patriots' wide receiver, running back, and tight end unit has been ranked No. 10 by ESPN for the 2026 NFL season. This ranking comes after notable offseason additions, including elite receiver A.J. Brown, enhancing the offensive playmakers around quarterback Drake Maye. Brown's presence, alongside other emerging players, positions New England's offensive group as one of the strongest in years. The Patriots look to leverage this skilled unit, which has potential to excel statistically next season.

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Key Details

•Patriots rank No. 10 in ESPN's 2026 offensive position ranking.
•A.J. Brown joined the team after a 2025 season in Philadelphia.
•Other key players include running backs Henderson and Stevenson.
•Rookie tight end Eli Raridon adds depth behind Hunter Henry.
•New England aims for improved offensive production next season.

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4:00 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots’ WR-RB-TE group makes top 10 in ESPN ranking for 2026 season

What they're saying

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The Patriots’ wide receiver, running back and tight end unit landed in the top 10 of a recent ESPN ranking of the NFL skilled positions in 2026.
— Yahoo Sports

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