Efton Chism III exploded onto the Patriots’ preseason scene, snagging four balls for 63 yards and punching in six on a short score during a long, methodical 17-play, 88-yard march that kept the clock draining and the game out of reach by halftime.

New England’s WR depth—already sizable with 11 on the roster—got another chance to prove its upside, as Chism’s performance could cement his spot in the final 53 with one game left. A sync between Chism and Josh Dobbs amplified the drive, underscoring the Patriots’ willingness to lean into multipleTwo-parter offensive looks and keep defenders honest in the early going of the exhibition schedule.