The 2007 New England Patriots fundamentally changed NFL offenses by highlighting the role of slot receivers, driven by coordinator Josh McDaniels. This shift continues to influence teams as players like Wes Welker and Julian Edelman have thrived in similar roles. Now, third-year wideout DeMario Douglas aims to build upon this legacy as he adjusts to McDaniels' schemes at his third stop in three NFL seasons. After a productive sophomore year, Douglas is optimistic about his potential impact in the upcoming season, emphasizing how the offense could elevate his gameplay.
I've seen a lot of slots go crazy in this offense. As I practice, I see how it opens up and I feel like it's all going to come together.
While the role had existed previously, coordinator Josh McDaniels made it a focal point in New England, leading to productive stints out of slot players.
Douglas spent the last two seasons under coordinators Bill O'Brien and Alex Van Pelt, which failed to match McDaniels' offensive success for various reasons.
Douglas added a team-leading 66 receptions for 621 yards and a trio of touchdowns as a sophomore, showing his ability to impact despite a challenging season.
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