With Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, Kayshon Boutte, Mack Hollins and Kyle Williams pretty much pencilled in, and Javon Baker making a strong case to be the sixth, it seemed like Chism would be a tough-luck loser. Only, he keeps making plays. Friday night against Washington, he led the way with 6 catches for 50 yards and a touchdown.

Efton Chism is making a strong case to make the Patriots' 53-man roster by making jaw-dropping plays in-game and on the practice field.

That came after the Patriots’ preseason opener, where Chism led the team with six receptions for 50 yards and a touchdown. His performance drew praise from both head coach Mike Vrabel and quarterback Drake Maye, who Chism then shared the field with at times in Monday’s scout-team work as preparation for joint practice in Minnesota began.

As the NFL's 53-man roster deadline nears, undrafted rookie Efton Chism III has made a strong case to outlast it with the New England Patriots.

New England Patriots quarterback Josh Dobbs commented on rookie Efton Chism III's sudden rise up the wide receiver depth chart.

Steve Burton, Mike Reiss, and Christian Fauria give you their big takeaways from the Patriots' 48-18 win in their preseason opener against the Commanders. Everyone is aboard the Efton Chism bandwagon,

Whether working as a special teamer or an added option in the passing game, the 23-year-old is making a bid to crash the wide receiver depth chart.