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PositiveRoleAug 24, 2026Pats Pulpit

TE Tanner Arkin is among undrafted NFL rookies making noise in training camp and the preseason, suggesting he is competing for a roster spot with the Patriots.

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NegativeRoleAug 24, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted free agent Tanner Arkin has spent time with Maye primarily as a blocker, a role in which he excelled at Illinois. He is on the roster as a third tight end option.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 24, 2026Pats Pulpit

Rookie tight end Tanner Arkin is projected to make the 53-man roster as one of three tight ends for the Patriots in 2026.

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NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Arkin started at fullback in the '21' personnel package alongside tight end C.J. Dippre and wide receivers Efton Chism III and Kyle Williams.

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NegativeRoleAug 23, 2026Pats Pulpit

Tanner Arkin started at fullback in '21' personnel for the Patriots' offense against Philadelphia.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

After building momentum early in camp, Arkin has slowed down in recent weeks, including struggles in the preseason debut where the undrafted free agent was on scene for three run stuffs as a blocker. With blocking being Arkin's strength and path to the roster, that performance will need to be cleaned up against the Eagles.

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NegativeRoleAug 22, 2026Pats Pulpit

After building momentum early in camp, the undrafted free agent tight end has slowed in recent weeks, including struggles in the preseason debut where he was on scene for three run stuffs as a blocker; with blocking being his strength and path to the roster, that performance will need to be cleaned up against the Eagles.

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NegativeRoleAug 19, 2026Pats Pulpit

Tanner Arkin has been quiet after a solid start and was not part of the top group during Sunday's walkthrough; he still looks like the frontrunner for the third tight end spot, though the Patriots may not carry more than two tight ends.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted rookie remains the frontrunner for the remaining tight end roster spot(s) after Van Vooren's waiver, though the source notes he has been quiet lately after a relatively eventful start to training camp. The Patriots' decision on whether to carry two or three tight ends will depend on his and other backups' performance relative to depth at other positions like wide receiver.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie Tanner Arkin is identified as the frontrunner among the Patriots' backup tight ends competing for limited roster spots, though the source notes he has been quiet lately after a relatively eventful start to training camp. Whether the Patriots keep two or three tight ends will depend on how Arkin and other backups perform relative to depth at other positions like wide receiver.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 18, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie tight end Tanner Arkin is part of the Patriots' five-player tight end depth chart alongside team captain Hunter Henry, fellow rookie Eli Raridon, and returning players Jack Westover and C.J. Dippre.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 16, 2026Pats Pulpit

Despite seeing consistent starter reps earlier in camp, Arkin did not join Drake Maye and the starting offensive group in the practice bubble on Sunday; he stayed outdoors with the backups providing looks for the starting defense while only Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon went indoors, signaling a clear depth chart demotion.

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 16, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Despite seeing consistent starter reps earlier in camp, Arkin did not join Drake Maye and company in the practice bubble on Sunday; he stayed outdoors with the backups providing looks for the starting defense while only Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon went indoors with the first-team offense, suggesting a depth chart demotion.

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NegativeRoleAug 15, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Tanner Arkin started at tight end with 16 snaps (22% of offensive plays) and saw 8 special teams snaps (30% of special teams plays).

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NegativeDepth ChartAug 13, 2026Pats Pulpit

Tanner Arkin remains the third tight end on the depth chart, but he has been somewhat quiet lately, which might open the door for C.J. Dippre or Jack Westover to manufacture a preseason push.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie tight end has been one of the positive surprises of camp so far; expressing high energy and excitement about the joint practice opportunity to compete against the Colts and put his best foot forward.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted rookie tight end has been one of the positive surprises of training camp so far; approaching joint practice against Colts with high energy and competitive mindset, stating 'I'm expecting a high-energy, awesome day' and 'I'm excited to just put my best foot forward and attack the day really.'

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NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted free agent tight end is chipping in with blocking duties behind starter Hunter Henry and second-string tight end Eli Raridon; received 4% of votes in the SB Nation Reacts survey, indicating minimal fan excitement for his preseason performance.

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NegativeRoleAug 11, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted free agent tight end in Patriots rookie class; received 4% of fan votes in preseason excitement survey; positioned as depth option behind Raridon and Hunter Henry.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026Zain Dhanani

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Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit

Right now it sounds like Demario Douglas will factor into 3WR sets and while there’s been reports of him lining up out wide a few times, he will likely be the primary slot Of course I expect a rotation at that WR3 spot with at least Mack Hollins Also Eli Raridon (pass game) and Tanner Arkin (run blocking) seem to be holding off a vet FA addition at TE so far Hunter Henry signed an extension today, so that could push Raridon’s timeline for big impact back a bit

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PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Overlooked undrafted rookie tight end Tanner Arkin is becoming increasingly important to the Patriots' offense, particularly filling the void left by Julian Hill's season-ending injury, positioning him as a potential breakout candidate for playing time and targets.

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PositiveRoleAug 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Sara Marshall identifies overlooked undrafted rookie TE Tanner Arkin as becoming increasingly important to the team's offense, particularly in Julian Hill's absence due to a season-ending injury, positioning Arkin for expanded playing time and role growth.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted rookie has been the clear TE3 all camp and has gotten reps at fullback as well; based on his summer performance, he is the clear frontrunner for the final roster spot at tight end.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 10, 2026Pats Pulpit

Tanner Arkin is projected to make the 53-man roster as the TE3; the undrafted rookie has been the clear TE3 all camp and has also gotten reps at fullback.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 9, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie tight end looks like the Patriots' best blocking tight end and is on track to making the roster, emerging as a standout in training camp.

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PositiveBreakoutAug 9, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted rookie tight end looks like the Patriots' best blocking tight end and is on track to making the roster. The source identifies him as the obvious standout among under-the-radar players emerging in training camp.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie tight end has established himself as New England's TE3 early in camp and faces competition from second-year C.J. Dippre, who was activated off the PUP list.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 6, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted rookie has established himself as New England's TE3 early in camp; now faces competition from second-year tight end C.J. Dippre, who was activated off the PUP list.

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PositiveRoleAug 5, 2026Pats Pulpit

Rookie tight end Tanner Arkin has established himself as the next man up behind clear TE1 Hunter Henry and is seemingly C.J. Dippre's primary competition for a spot on the 53-man roster, indicating he has secured a strong position in the tight end depth chart.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 5, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Rookie Tanner Arkin has established himself as one of the next men up behind clear TE1 Hunter Henry and is seemingly Dippre's primary competition for a spot on the 53-man roster.

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PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie tight end who has emerged as a surprise of training camp and is currently the TE3 on the Patriots' depth chart due to his abilities as a blocker. After nine training camp practices, Arkin has established himself as the third option behind Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon.

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PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026Pats Pulpit

Undrafted rookie tight end who has emerged as a surprise of training camp and is the current TE3 due to his abilities as a blocker; one of only three tight ends with a defined role in the Patriots' depth chart hierarchy.

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NegativeProjectionAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

2025 college stats: 13 games (13 starts), 684 offensive snaps, 17 targets, 13 catches (76.5%), 114 receiving yards (8.8/catch), 2 TDs, 1 drop, 8 QB pressures surrendered (2 sacks, 2 hits, 4 hurries), 2 penalties. Blocked run on 368 snaps and pass on 128 snaps (72.5% of offensive snaps as blocker). Illinois averaged 4.6 yards per carry and scored 11 touchdowns when running outside the tackles with Arkin on field.

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NegativeUsageAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Limited receiving upside; caught only 45 passes during college career and lacks the foot speed and agility to function as anything but a rudimentary part of a passing game. In 2025 at Illinois, went catch-less in five of 13 games and posted only 13 catches for 114 yards and 2 TDs on 17 targets (76.5% catch rate). Expectations as a pass game contributor should be tempered; he will be employed in a limited fashion as a receiver with the Patriots.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Has positioned himself well in the race for a roster spot after the season-ending injury to free agency acquisition Julian Hill, who was the Patriots' designated blocking tight end. Does not look like a typical UDFA and has regularly repped with starters since the beginning of training camp, making him a legitimate candidate to make the team as a rookie free agent.

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PositiveRoleAug 4, 2026Yahoo Sports NFL

Undrafted rookie tight end for the Patriots; one of the pleasant surprises of training camp and currently looks like the team's top blocking tight end. Projects as a second or third tight end with potential to become a starter-level TE2 and one of the league's better blocking specialists. At 6'3 5/8", 262 lbs with strong grip strength and core power, he is well-suited to the blocking role and has been regularly repping with starters since the beginning of training camp.

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NegativeUsageAug 4, 2026Pats Pulpit

In 2025 at Illinois, Arkin saw 684 offensive snaps with 72.5% dedicated to blocking (368 run-blocking snaps, 128 pass-protection snaps); received 17 targets for 13 catches (76.5% catch rate), 114 receiving yards (8.8 per catch), and 2 TDs, while surrendering 8 QB pressures (2 sacks, 2 hits, 4 hurries) on 6.6% pressure rate allowed.

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PositiveBustAug 4, 2026Pats Pulpit

Arkin lacks the foot speed and agility to function as anything but a rudimentary part of a passing game and does not have the length to be used as a consistent contested-catch target; caught only 45 passes during college career and has been unable to pick up yards after the catch or break tackles when thrown the ball.

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PositiveProjectionAug 4, 2026Pats Pulpit

Arkin has potential to become a starter-level TE2 and one of the league's better blocking specialists at the position; while his receiving abilities are limited and should not be expected to contribute significantly outside of pass protection, his blocking should improve with more time and experience in the NFL.

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PositiveDepth ChartAug 4, 2026Pats Pulpit

Arkin has regularly repped with the starters since the beginning of training camp and is regarded the team's top run-blocking tight end; as an undrafted rookie free agent, he does not look like a typical UDFA and appears well-positioned to make the Patriots' roster, potentially becoming the one rookie free agent to make the team this year.

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