“We’re still in training camp, and so the ones that have continued to show improvement and that have maybe earned some more reps, continuing to do those types of things and to continue to take the next step and begin to compete for a role,” Vrabel said. With that in mind, here are five under-the-radar Patriots who are making a roster push in recent practices from this perspective. The first-year cornerback spent the 2024 season on the Patriots practice squad. With top corners Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis sitting out team drills lately, James is getting more reps with other frontline players, playing on the outside opposite CB Alex Austin.