With training camp rapidly approaching and Cam Newton’s contract official, New England’s roster is pretty much set for the time being.
Now it’s on the players to determine whether the Patriots will rise again as a serious contender in the AFC, or whether 2020 will turn into a bit of a bridge year.
So who are the top 25 Patriots most likely to determine the team’s success this fall?
Let’s break it down:
25. Jonathan Jones
With nickel defense becoming the NFL’s norm, a good slot cornerback is a valuable commodity — and that’s exactly what Bill Belichick has in Jones.