As roster changes ripple through December, fans need clarity before kickoff. This Patriots roster and depth chart update lists who is active for Week 17 against the Jets. The Patriots never froze their 53 man roster after training camp, and moves kept coming. Fans should expect more roster moves, because injuries, practice squad promotions, veteran pickups and tactical in game matchup decisions have shaped New England’s week to week lineups, so in this piece we preview the spot starts and depth swings that matter most for Sunday, identify late week activations and likely scratches, flag position battles at quarterback, running back, receiver and along the offensive and defensive lines, and offer a clear snapshot of what to watch during the Patriots versus Jets matchup in East Rutherford while explaining how those choices could tilt playoff seeding and short term development for younger players, and how coaching staff may handle crucial fourth quarter calls also.

Patriots roster and depth chart update: Full 53-man breakdown

New England’s 53 man roster remains fluid as Week 17 approaches. Because injuries and midweek moves keep arriving, what you see here could change before kickoff. However, this Patriots roster and depth chart update captures the current active group and the depth behind starters. Fans should use this as a snapshot for the Jets game and for matchup reads.

Quarterbacks

• Drake Maye 10
• Joshua Dobbs 11
• Tommy DeVito 16

The Patriots carry three quarterbacks. Maye sits as the top name, while Dobbs and DeVito provide depth and game day options.

Running backs

• Rhamondre Stevenson 38
• TreVeyon Henderson 32
• D’Ernest Johnson 34
• Jack Westover 37 FB TE

Stevenson leads the backfield workload. Henderson adds explosiveness, and Johnson gives veteran reliability. Westover doubles as a fullback tight end option for short yardage plans.

Wide receivers and tight ends

• Kayshon Boutte 9
• Stefon Diggs 8
• Mack Hollins 13
• DeMario Douglas 3
• Kyle Williams 18 KR
• Efton Chism III 86

• Hunter Henry 85
• Austin Hooper 81
• C.J. Dippre 82

Because the pass game matters against the Jets, Stefon Diggs is the clear focal point. Henry and Hooper handle tight end work and red zone duties.

Offensive line

• Tackles
  • Vederian Lowe 59 LT
  • Morgan Moses 76 RT
  • Marcus Bryant 52
  • Thayer Munford Jr. 74
• Interior
  • Jared Wilson 58 LG
  • Garrett Bradbury 65 C
  • Mike Onwenu 71 RG
  • Ben Brown 77
  • Caedan Wallace 70
  • Brenden Jaimes 61

The interior depth is deep, which matters late in games when matchups shift. Therefore guard and center rotations will shape rushing lanes and pass protection.

Defensive line and edge

• Interior
  • Christian Barmore 90
  • Khyiris Tonga 95 FB
  • Cory Durden 94
  • Eric Gregory 55
  • Joshua Farmer 92
• Edge
  • Harold Landry III 2
  • K’Lavon Chaisson 44
  • Elijah Ponder 91
  • Anfernee Jennings 33
  • Bradyn Swinson 43

Harold Landry anchors the pass rush. As a result, pressure packages and edge rotations will decide short down stops.

Linebackers

• Robert Spillane 14
• Christian Elliss 53
• Jack Gibbens 51
• Jahlani Tavai 48
• Marte Mapu 15
• Chad Muma 49

Linebacker depth gives New England flexibility in coverage and run support. Expect situational snaps across the group.

Patriots roster and depth chart update — defensive backfield

Cornerbacks

• Christian Gonzalez 0
• Carlton Davis III 7
• Marcus Jones 25 PR
• Charles Woods 22
• Miles Battle 35

Safeties

• Jaylinn Hawkins 21
• Craig Woodson 31
• Dell Pettus 24
• Brenden Schooler 41

The secondary blends size and speed. Gonzalez and Davis form the primary boundary pairing, while Jones handles return duties and slot snaps.

Specialists and reserve lists

• Kick Andy Borregales 36
• P Bryce Baringer 17 P H
• LS Julian Ashby 47

Reserve injured include Brock Lampe, Yasir Durant, Marcellas Dial Jr., Jaquelin Roy, Lan Larison, Deneric Prince, Isaiah Iton, Antonio Gibson, Milton Williams, Alex Austin, Will Campbell, Terrell Jennings. Wes Schweitzer sits on reserve retired.

This depth chart reflects the team’s current active plan for Week 17 at the Jets. However, keep an eye on late week practice reports for any activations or scratches that could shift rotations and game day roles.

Patriots roster and depth chart update — Active vs Reserve (Week 17)

Below is a clear comparison of New England’s active 53 man roster and the club’s reserve injured list going into Week 17. The table highlights key starters and notable names that impact depth and game planning.

Notes

• The table groups interior defensive line and pass rushers because rotations often mix during obvious passing downs.
• Several reserve players remain key depth pieces who could return if cleared.
• Monitor late week practice reports; activations or elevations can change the active list before kickoff.

Quarterback analysis: Patriots roster and depth chart update

Drake Maye is the Week 17 starter against the Jets. Listed as QB1, he will run the offense with an emphasis on tempo and efficient reads. Joshua Dobbs and Tommy DeVito remain available for situational snaps or injury relief.

Protection, run support and decision making will define Maye’s ceiling. If the offensive line sustains pass sets and opens lanes for Rhamondre Stevenson, Maye can work deeper route concepts and attack the boundary with Stefon Diggs. Conversely, heavy interior pressure will push the offense toward quick throws and check downs to control the clock and reduce turnover risk.

Target distribution will depend on pass protection. When the pocket holds, expect higher target share to Diggs and boundary receivers on vertical concepts. Under pressure, looks will tilt to quick slants, tight end releases and dump offs to backs.

Next we connect these quarterback dynamics to the roster depth decisions and matchup notes.

Conclusion

This Patriots roster and depth chart update shows a team still evolving. The Patriots carry clear starters at quarterback and skill positions, while depth on the offensive and defensive lines matters most. Stefon Diggs and Rhamondre Stevenson remain focal points, and Harold Landry anchors the pass rush. These names define Week 17 roles.

However, the story is not finished. Because injuries and roster moves kept surfacing all season, practice reports will matter this week. Expect late activations or elevations to change game day rotations. Therefore fans should check updates through kickoff.

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