FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Quick-hit thoughts and notes around the New England Patriots and NFL:
1. Cunningham at QB: The Patriots have had an undrafted free agent make their opening-day 53-man roster for 19 consecutive years, which is tied with the Broncos for the longest streak in the NFL.
In a smaller-than-usual 2023 class, Louisville quarterback Malik Cunningham represents the best chance for that streak to continue -- and the possibilities as a dual-threat option are intriguing.
“He will be one of the most dynamic players when he’s on the field,” said Lance Taylor, Cunningham’s offensive coordinator at Louisville last season and currently Western Michigan’s head coach.