Patriots Practice Squad: Six Players Primed to Impress

FOXBOROUGH, Mass.. — With the New England Patriots having crafted their initial 53-man roster for the upcoming season, Wednesday’s workload consisted of forming the team’s practice squad. 

In total, the Patriots confirmed the signing of 16 players to their scout team on Wednesday: CB Miles Battle, G Mehki Butler, G Jack Conley, CB Brandon Crossley, TE C.J. Dippre, RB Terrell Jennings, WR John Jiles, DE Truman Jones, C Alec Lindstrom, DB Kobee Minor, DT David Olajiga, LB Cam Riley, DT Jahvaree Ritzie, TE Gee Scott Jr., LB Bradyn Swinson and WR Jeremiah Webb.

While New England’s practice squad currently consists of 16 members — all of which were released by the team on Tuesday, the Pats are permitted to carry 17 due to Olajiga’s signing, for whom they received an international pathway exemption. The Patriots plan to fill their final spot with second-year receiver Javon Baker — provided he clears waivers after being released on Wednesday.

Despite their scout team status, several Patriots practice squadders have the chance to make a significant impact on the team through game day elevations. In fact, there is a strong likelihood that one or more players are signed to New England’s active roster during the season.

In that vein, here is a look at six Patriots’ practice squad players who could catch the attention of Patriots Nation in 2025.

Terrell Jennings

Jennings, a scout-teamer in 2024, signed to New England’s active roster last December. The 6’0” 217-pound running back originally joined the Pats signed as a rookie free agent last May out of Florida A&M. The 24-year-old played in three games for the Patriots last season and finished with 13 carries for 33 yards. He routinely aligned with the Pats second-team offense during training camp. He carried the ball six times for 19 yards and one touchdown during the preseason. Jennings’ experience should make him a game day elevation when needed — either due to injury, or a run-heavy game plan.

Jack Conley

Conley was signed by New England as a rookie free agent in May out of Boston College. The 6’7” 333-pounder, played at right guard, left guard, right tackle and as a tackle-eligible tight end during his college career. Last season, he started all 12 games at right guard and earned All-ACC honorable mention. In 45 career games with the Eagles, Conley played 1,667 total offensive snaps, allowing 13 sacks, 12 quarterback hits and 75 hurries. As a graduate student last season, he was an All-ACC Honorable Mention under Eagles’ head coach and former Patriots offensive coordinator Bill O'Brien. With the Pats continuously searching for depth along their offensive line, the 24-year-old’s versatility should earn him his share of roster elevations this season.