The second preseason game has come and gone for the New England Patriots, and there's plenty to talk about.
The Patriots spent the entire week in Minnesota, participating in two joint practices before competing on Saturday. And while the Vikings decided to rest their starters, Mike Vrabel allowed New England's top unit to take the field.
So, without further ado, let's get into the key takeaways from the Patriots' second preseason game:
1. Efton Chism Seems Like A Roster Lock At This Point
At this point, it seems unlikely that the coaching staff can leave Efton Chism off the 53-man roster when the time comes.