New England Patriots rumors: 5 players that will have to step up after Josh Gordon departure
By Sam Minton
2. Julian Edelman
The New England Patriots missed Julian Edelman a lot early on in the season. He was suspended for 4 games and New England’s offense struggled.
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Edelman has looked good overall this season, but in his last few games, Edelman hasn’t looked that great. We have seen Edelman drop a decent amount of balls. The crazy thing is that these weren’t crazy passes
One of the things Edelman is known for is his sure hands. To see him dropping balls is a cause for concern.
Edelman is still putting up decent numbers, but he doesn’t seem like himself. He was so good before he got injured. Edelman would rack up catches at an insane rate and would rarely drop a ball.
Now Edelman will need to return to the player that we are used to seeing. He can’t be dropping balls. He will be looked upon to be the Patriots top pass catcher.
If Edelman struggles it will be hard for the Patriots to put up points.