The 5 most overhyped Patriots ahead of 2020

Hint: They’re all offensive players.

OT Marcus Cannon

The Patriots offensive line struggled in 2019, with running back Sony Michel seeing the biggest downturn. His yards per carry dropped from 4.5 in 2018 to 3.7 in. 2019. Center was a tough spot for the Patriots, with David Andrews missing the year and Ted Karras taking over. But right tackle Cannon experienced a sizable regression last year. He has long been one of the top right tackles in the NFL, but 2019 was one of his worst seasons. Perhaps it was a flukey year. Perhaps it was a sign of decline. Either way, Cannon’s standing with the team probably isn’t where it was at the start of last year.