Injury
New England will lean on younger options at the position after losing Hill for the season.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel indicated the team will add tight end depth following Julian Hill's season-ending injury. Hill, 25, finished 2025 with 15 catches for 140 yards across 14 games, and his absence opens reps for younger options on the roster.
The move shapes as a roster adjustment during the offseason program rather than an immediate depth-chart overhaul. Vrabel's comments suggest New England is comfortable developing its younger tight ends through OTAs and minicamp before settling on the group for training camp.
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