New England’s preseason ascent looks real, not just on paper. Will Campbell stepped in at left tackle and didn’t allow a single pressure across seven pass-blocking snaps, signaling a potential anchor point on a reworked line. TreVeyon Henderson found the end zone again, piling up four carries for 20 yards with 16 after contact, showing a bruising, between-the-tackles style that could reshape the Patriots’ backfield dynamic in the early going. Undrafted Efton Chism III flashed as a reliable target, logging six catches on six looks for 71 yards, a TD and a stellar 86.2 PFF grade pending full review. Joshua Dobbs came home for a productive showing, going 11-for-16 for 106 yards and a TD with no turnover-worthy plays or sacks. PFF’s graders were busy, and while the final grades come tomorrow, the high-level snap counts and the standout‑of‑the‑game motif point to a Patriots unit that’s more cohesive, versatile and ready to push for meaningful fantasy value this season. Carlton Davis III anchored a stifling start on defense, earning a 90.3 PFF score in a controlled six-snap appearance, underscoring the Patriots’ revamped secondary.