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ArticleWhat placing Romeo Doubs on IR means for the Patriots
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the team actually opted not to elevate any extra depth from the practice squad and instead relied on the tight end position — especially rookie Eli Raridon — to help pick up the slack. New England might use a similar approach in the near future
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Rookie Raridon saw increased usage in Week 5; may expand role.

Rookie tight end Eli Raridon saw increased usage in Week 5 against the Raiders when the Patriots had only four active wide receivers and chose not to elevate practice squad depth. The team may employ a similar approach with Doubs and Hollins on injured reserve, relying on the tight end position to pick up offensive slack.

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