Javon Baker and Efton Chism III are splitting reps with the New England Patriots' first-team offense in camp, signaling a serious push for a roster spot. Baker has quietly stacked solid days, contributing on special teams and racking up dependable moments, while Chism, an undrafted rookie, piled up six catches for 50 yards and a TD in Friday’s preseason opener and followed with a standout play at Sunday’s practice. Together they are emerging as dark-horse candidates to earn a final roster spot and potential role in the passing game.

As joint practices with the Vikings loom and Saturday’s preseason game approaches, both players can solidify their cases by showing reliability, route nuance, and playmaking ability in live drills. If they keep delivering in practice and translate that momentum to the game, Baker and Chism could become real late-round depth options for fantasy rosters, and could push for increased snaps as the Patriots refine their wide receiver corps.