Pats Pulpit on Efton Chism

Chism sixth/seventh WR option; roster spot depends on preseason and Boutte trade status.

Chism and Kyle Williams project as the sixth and seventh options at wide receiver for the Patriots heading into 2026. However, Chism has spent more time with Drake Maye-led units in summer, and preseason performance plus the uncertain status of trade candidate Kayshon Boutte will impact his roster outlook. His $1.013 million salary cap hit (consisting of $1.005 million base salary and $8,333 signing bonus proration) carries minimal guaranteed money.

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