Many Patriots starters, including Drake Maye, are likely to sit out the preseason finale, creating opportunities for roster-bubble players to prove themselves. NFL teams must trim rosters to 53 players by 4 p.m. Tuesday, so several Patriots will use the MetLife Stadium game to make a final case. Efton Chism appears to have secured a roster spot after a strong showing, potentially limiting openings at wide receiver. Javon Baker traveled with the team despite limited practice time and must finish the preseason strongly after an unproductive outing and a red-zone penalty. Special-teams ability could boost Baker's value.
With NFL teams needing to cut their roster down to 53 players by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, there will be several Patriots looking to play themselves off of the roster bubble against the Giants. Here are seven players worth watching during the Patriots' final game of the preseason. WR Javon Baker After Efton Chism posted six catches and a touchdown during Saturday's preseason win against the Vikings, it looks as though the undrafted wideout has earned a spot on New England's 53-man roster.
Baker's profile as a boundary receiver who can also contribute on special teams could boost his value, with Mike Vrabel praising the wideout's willingness to buy in and contribute in ways beyond just reeling in catches. But, after failing to record a catch on his first six targets on Saturday - coupled with a false-start penalty that hindered New England in the red zone - Baker will need to end his preseason slate on a high note to justify a spot on the 53-man roster.
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