K.J. Osborn Leads Targets But Patriots Spread Snaps

Playing Time Spread Around

Although Osborn led New England wideouts in total snaps (39), he ran a route on just 14 of Brissett's 29 dropbacks, according to Pro Football Focus. That ranked him just fourth among Patriots WRs, trailing:

• Demario Douglas (22)
• Tyquan Thornton (21)
• Ja'Lynn Polk (18)

New England also incorporated a pair of TEs, with Hunter Henry playing the most snaps (54) among non-QB skill-position players on offense. Henry's 24 routes also led the team.

Austin Hooper played 35 snaps and ran 14 routes. His 4 targets rankged second on the team.

2024 Fantasy Football Impact

This offense looks unlikely to consistently support the same lead target. Rather, we should bet on New England spreading it around -- at least until WR Kendrick Bourne returns or Polk proves ready for a larger role.

Also, 16 points won't be enough to win most games. So don't expect the Patriots to commonly finish with splits such as 24 pass attempts vs. 39 rushes.

Ultimately, this is a developing situation -- including at QB, which is likely to turn to rookie Drake Maye at some point.

Expect it to remain a low-impact passing game for fantasy usage. But we'll be watching for usable pieces.