With Polk reportedly sidelined, and Stefon Diggs still recovering from an ACL injury, the Patriots' receiver depth is in question just weeks before the start of the regular season. The team could look to add a veteran pass catcher in a trade, or once cuts are made, to cover for Polk's reported injury.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel fumes after Ja’Lynn Polk’s season-ending injury leak sparks trust issues following loss to Giants.

That means the Patriots will likely rest their starters and use this game as the final tryout for roster bubble players. They are coming off back-to-back preseason wins over the Washington Commanders and Minnesota Vikings,

The Giants made their first round of roster cuts, and Tommy DeVito survived as he's the fourth quarterback on the team.