Javon Baker visited Philly after a Patriots stint, entering a crowded WR room in need of depth. His NFL path reads as a depth/return option with potential for a practice squad or backup roster spot, depending on special-teams contributions and development in route-running.

Baker, 23, was a 2024 fourth-round pick who entered NE’s camp with promise but ended up among the 53-man roster battle’s losers. Waived after training camp, Baker could return on the practice squad if unclaimed, leaving questions about his development and long-term NFL role.

Javon Baker earned a 53-man roster spot for NE, emerging as a preseason standout and a likely candidate to challenge for increased targets behind Parker and May in 2025.

Baker is a depth WR candidate with a path through NE’s crowded WR room; he could step in if injuries or performance shift the pecking order, providing potential late-season value.

Baker’s absence on the stat sheet in this outing places him on the bubble for a depth receiving role. With the room crowded, Baker’s opportunity hinges on special‐teams impact and a surge in consistent targets to prove he warrants a spot beyond practice squad consideration.