Predicting every Patriots starter on offense ahead of the 2026 season

Things could get interesting in the expected training camp competition between Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson. There was a point last year when it seemed like the starting reins might be handed over to Henderson, particularly when Stevenson experienced ball security issues early in the season.

However, the veteran running back cleaned up the turnovers and reestablished himself as one of the key playmakers on offense. Will that continue in 2026, or will Henderson take a big enough step to finally surpass Stevenson?

I am sticking with Stevenson as the starter. He's a highly underrated running back who should do even more damage on the ground with improved blocking on the offensive front. Henderson will get his touches serving as a complementary, explosive option behind Stevenson.

Wide receiver: A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas

There is too much smoke at this point to ignore the ongoing fire from the A.J. Brown and Patriots rumors. The Eagles drafted Makai Lemon in the first round to pair with DeVonta Smith, and the Patriots didn't draft a wide receiver, despite Romeo Doubs currently being their top receiving option.

Brown is expected to be traded to the Patriots on or after June 1. Doubs is the clear No. 2 option across from Brown, and DeMario Douglas seems like the perfect candidate to work in the slot. If Kayshon Boutte somehow sticks around, there would be some shuffling with the starters.

But the expectation here is for Boutte to get traded at some point.

Tight end: Hunter Henry

Eli Raridon has the potential to be one of the next great tight ends in the NFL. He is the complete package as both a blocker and receiver. With that said, Hunter Henry is still a really good player and one of Maye's top security blankets. Raridon will get his opportunities, but he isn't overtaking Henry to start the season.

Offensive line: Will Campbell (LT), Alijah Vera-Tucker (LG), Jared Wilson (C), Mike Onwenu (RG), Morgan Moses (RT)

The obvious change along the offensive front is the Patriots kicking Jared Wilson further inside at center and slotting veteran Alijah Vera-Tucker in at left guard.

But where is Caleb Lomu?

The rookie offensive tackle will serve as a swing tackle behind Will Campbell and Morgan Moses. Some are ready to see Campbell ousted as the starting left tackle, but it feels too soon after his impressive rookie season. Yes, he looked like a mess in the postseason, but he was also coming off an MCL injury. Before the injury, Campbell was a solid left tackle for the Patriots.

He will get better in the offseason, and he should have enough experience under his belt to put up a bigger fight in 2026.

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