FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:
1. WR clarity: There was a moment late last week in practice when the Patriots split into two distinct groups. The starters were closer to the end zone near the hillside, while the reserves were on the opposite side of the field.
The snapshot provided clarity as to where things stand with the team's most competitive and crowded position: wide receiver.
Stefon Diggs, Kayshon Boutte and DeMario "Pop" Douglas were with the starters, while 2025 third-round pick Kyle Williams, nine-year veteran Kendrick Bourne and undrafted rookie free agent Efton Chism III headlined the receivers at the opposite end.