Ja'Lynn Polk competes for a roster spot in the Patriots' wide receiving group, featuring solid players like Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, and Kyle Williams. After a disappointing rookie season with minimal production, Polk's performance this preseason is critical, especially amid new coaching dynamics and a crowded competition. He must outperform fellow contenders Kendrick Bourne, Javon Baker, Efton Chism, and Kayshon Boutte to earn one of the three available spots, particularly as Bourne faces a foot injury that may influence choices in his favor.
Ja'Lynn Polk is one of those guys, and one who many deemed to be on the outside looking in, especially after the Patriots signed Diggs this offseason and drafted Williams in the third round.
Polk did not have a strong rookie campaign, finishing with just 12 catches for 87 yards and two touchdowns.
Assuming the Patriots carry six receivers on their final roster, that leaves Polk battling with Kendrick Bourne, Javon Baker, Efton Chism, and Kayshon Boutte for three spots.
Polk's preseason will go a long way as to whether he stays or goes.
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