Back in April, the New England Patriots selected Chad Ryland and Bryce Baringer in the NFL Draft. In doing so, they became just the second team in the last 30 years to select both a kicker and punter in the same draft.
Fast forward to now, and New England is set to be the first team since 2015 to start rookies at both positions in Week 1.
Special teams coordinator Cam Achord is ready for the challenge.
“I think for us, it’s no different than any other position. You want to bring them along.