Chism (foot/ankle) didn't play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Giants.

"The Patriots project to have Stefon Diggs, Kayshon Boutte and DeMario Douglas as their starting receivers, with Mack Hollins and 2025 third-round pick Kyle Williams also locks as complementary options," Reiss writes. "So Chism has essentially forced the team's hand to keep six receivers and maybe even a seventh."

Undrafted rookie Efton Chism is making a strong push for a roster spot with the New England Patriots after standout preseason performances, drawing comparisons to past slot legends.

Chism (foot/ankle) who has missed the Patriots' last two practices, isn't likely to play in Thursday's preseason finale against the Giants, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports. For now, the Patriots wideout corps remains crowded,

Julian Edelman joined Tom E. Curran on the latest Patriots talk podcast, and he discussed who he thinks Efton Chism reminds him of.Edelman: Danny Amendola better comp for Efton Chism than himself orig

There have been plenty of hyped up preseason stars who turned into duds for the Patriots. Don't count on Efton Chism III falling into that category.

Efton Chism III has both of the Patriots’ touchdown receptions, and he’s the only Patriots receiver with more than 100 yards thus far. With teams scheduled to trim their rosters next week, the 5-foot-10, 198-pound Chism has put himself into the conversation about who will make the Patriots’ 53-man.

Chism has taken the Patriots by a storm these past couple of weeks, showing out in practice and in the team’s two preseason games.

Rookie wide receiver Efton Chism has been one of the stars of the New England Patriots’ preseason campaign so far.