The Patriots had undrafted rookie TE Kenny Fletcher (Rutgers) in for a tryout. Fletcher (6-5, 250) spent the offseason Via @MikeReiss on X

What happened: New England brought in an undrafted Rutgers tight end for a tryout on Thursday. The player measures 6-foot-5 and 250 pounds.

Why it matters: The Patriots have continued adding tight end depth, including Shane Zylstra on the practice squad. That volume suggests no role should be treated as settled entering the 2026 season.

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