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Patriots vs. Saints: 6 Patriots players to watch

By Connor Fulton

Aug 22, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) talks to New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) following a preseason game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Patriots defeated the Saints 26-24. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 22, 2015; New Orleans, LA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) talks to New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees (9) following a preseason game at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. The Patriots defeated the Saints 26-24. Mandatory Credit: Derick E. Hingle-USA TODAY Sports /
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Jun 7, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots receiver Malcolm Mitchell looks on during mini camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Winslow Townson-USA TODAY Sports /

5. Malcolm Mitchell

In the midst of a crowded group of roster hopefuls at wide receiver, it is paramount that Mitchell distinguishes himself from the pack in the first preseason game. Already, Mitchell has proven to be a promising and capable wideout, and it’s clear the Patriots are invested in him, as Tom Brady has been seen practicing with the Georgia product individually in training camp. But Mitchell has to start showing results in game action.

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Julian Edelman, Danny Amendola and Chris Hogan seem to be the roster locks, leaving Mitchell to compete with Aaron Dobson, Chris Harper, Keshawn Martin, Devin Lucien, Nate Washington and DeAndre Carter for the two remaining spots on the 53-man list. To separate from those guys, Mitchell has to continue catching well in traffic, snagging sideline passes and demonstrating a baseline understanding of the Patriots’ offense.

Next: 4. Joe Thuney

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