Overview
- Drake Maye said Monday that he sees New England’s wide receiver group as competitive rather than crowded and praised A.J. Brown and Romeo Doubs for setting the room’s tone.
- Early training-camp work has shown growing on-field chemistry between Maye and both Brown and Doubs, with the two frequently aligned on his sides in 11-personnel packages.
- The Patriots’ top seven receiving options this offseason are A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Kayshon Boutte, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism III.
- Coverage and analysis say the depth creates a logjam that makes it likely New England will move at least one wide receiver before the Sept. 9 season opener.
- Former All-Pro Roddy White has projected more touchdown passes for Maye with Brown in the red zone, but final target shares, Maye’s health, and ball security remain important unresolved factors.