Patriots roster: 21 bubble players to watch tomorrow

Aug 11, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots running back Tyler Gaffney (36)runs for a touchdown during the second half against the New Orleans Saints at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 11, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots running back Tyler Gaffney (36)runs for a touchdown during the second half against the New Orleans Saints at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-USA TODAY Sports /
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Brandon King Patriots roster
Jan 24, 2016; Denver, CO, USA; New England Patriots defensive back Brandon King (36) tackles Denver Broncos wide receiver Jordan Norwood (11) in the AFC Championship football game at Sports Authority Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports /

2. Brandon King

Despite King’s excellence in punt coverage as a rookie, there may not be room for him with the sheer number of Patriots roster hopefuls who are trying out at special teams spots. King may need to prove his worth as a depth safety if he’s going to retain his status as an active member of the Patriots roster.

36 days until kickoff: Profiling No. 36 Brandon King

1. Vinnie Sunseri

Cyrus Jones’ old teammate at Alabama is one of King’s main competitors, as both are special teamers by trade and safeties in development. It may come down to who is the fastest, a distinction that Suneri and King are both getting wins and losses in this preseason:

Stay tuned for further fresh points of analysis surrounding these 21 Patriots roster bubble players after the game.

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