Kayshon Boutte

It was the first catch of Baker's career, which is certainly not the start to his professional career that the fourth-round pick out of UCF expected. As a day-three draft pick, it's not a surprise that Baker began the year down on the depth chart, but it's a bit concerning that he was never able to claw his way up despite the Patriots struggling all year long. Baker is just 22 years old, posted 1,139 yards and seven touchdowns on 52 receptions in his senior season of college, and was a highly-touted recruit out of high school, so there is some talent there. Even if New England adds talent on the perimeter this offseason, Baker figures to get a chance to compete for snaps with Kayshon Boutte and any rookie in the 2025 season. However, it would be foolish to count on him for a big role unless we see a major improvement in OTAs.

Milton scored his first career TD earlier in the game on a 1-yard rush. The QB was drafted by the Patriots in the sixth round.

Boutte missed Wednesday's practice but was back for a full session on Thursday. He is good to go for Week 18. Boutte has run plenty of routes over the past month but has rarely converted that into a notable receiver line. Sunday's game will give him a final shot at doing so before a pivotal offseason for the franchise.

Boutte's game days are typically spent running cardio and his job will not be any easier with an illness. Even if Boutte suits up for Week 18, he is entirely unreliable and not a recommended start.