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What the New England Patriots defense will look like in 2020

By Justin Trombino

BALTIMORE, MD - NOVEMBER 03: The New England Patriots defense looks on during a break in play against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on November 3, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images)
BALTIMORE, MD - NOVEMBER 03: The New England Patriots defense looks on during a break in play against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on November 3, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. (Photo by Will Newton/Getty Images) /
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(Photo by Maddie Meyer/Getty Images)
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Starting Unit & Bold Predictions

The predicted starting defensive unit has the makings of picking up where it left off last season in terms of production and strength for the New England Patriots in 2020.

DT: Adam Butler

DE: Lawrence Guy, John Simon

LB: Dont’a Hightower, Ja’Whaun Bentley, Josh Uche, Anfernee Jennings

S: Devin McCourty, Patrick Chung

CB: Stephon Gilmore, Jason McCourty

It’s worth mentioning that the Patriots have a ton of depth and there’s going to be a lot of moving pieces on this defense. We’re going to see Anfernee Jennings, Josh Uche, Chase Winovich, and a lot of other young players get their shot this season.

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Bold predictions:

  • Shilique Calhoun and Chase Winovich take a start away from Ja’Whaun Bentley this season.
  • Kyle Dugger makes a strong impression during his rookie season at safety, corner, and special teams.
  • Anfernee Jennings and Josh Uche both become rookie starters.
  • Jennings finds himself playing in the middle next to Hightower.
  • The Patriots again finish as a top-five defense in the NFL.
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