Logs 26 snaps in Super Bowl

Dorsett was on the field for 26 of a possible 72 snaps on offense in Sunday's 13-3 win over the Rams in Super Bowl LIII. He did not record a catch.

Analysis: Dorsett, who was not targeted in the contest, will be eligible for free agency next month. The speedy 26-year-old finished the 2018 season with 32 catches (on 42 targets) for 290 yards and three TDs in 16 games. The 2015 first-rounder's overall numbers were capped by the fact there were multiple games in which he wasn't targeted, but Dorsett was able to produce when the team was shorthanded, and it's still possible that he'll re-sign with New England if he isn't lured away by another team…read more

Catches TD on only catch Sunday

Dorsett caught one of his three targets for a 29-yard TD in Sunday's 37-31 AFC Championship Game win over the Chiefs.

Analysis: Dorsett is still working behind Julian Edelman (10 targets) and Chris Hogan (seven targets), but in his complementary role in the Patriots offense, the speedy wideout approaches Super Bowl LIII against the Rams in the midst of a three-game scoring streak.

Hauls in TD pass in Week 17

Dorsett hauled in all five of his targets for 34 yards and a TD in Sunday's 38-3 win over the Jets.

Analysis: With Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) inactive Sunday, Dorsett's involvement in the Patriots offense increased, and as has been the case when given expanded opportunities, the wideout capably did his job. The 25-year-old speedster finished the 2018 season with 32 catches (on 42 targets) for 290 yards and three TDs in 16 games. His numbers were capped by the fact there were multiple games in which he wasn't targeted, but Dorsett was able to produce when the team was shorthanded. The 2015…read more

Added work on tap Sunday

With Cordarrelle Patterson (knee) inactive, Dorsett is in line to see added snaps Sunday against the Jets, Kevin Duffy of the Boston Herald reports.

Analysis: He'll still be working behind Julian Edelman and Chris Hogan, but Dorsett, who hasn't caught a pass since Week 12, has a chance to factor in Sunday, given that the Patriots' thinned-out wideout corps will be without both Patterson and Josh Gordon (suspension) in Week 17.

No targets Sunday

Dorsett was not targeted in Sunday's 24-12 win over the Bills.

Analysis: Dorsett was on the field for 27 out of a possible 75 snaps on offense Sunday, but even in the absence of Josh Gordon, he wasn't a factor in the game. It's possible that could change either in Week 17 or the playoffs, but Dorsett is off the fantasy lineup radar until he starts catching passes again.

Sees just two snaps Sunday

Dorsett was on the field for two of the Patriots' 62 snaps on offense in Sunday's 17-10 loss to the Steelers.

Analysis: Dorsett has now gone three straight games without a target, and he'll remain off the fantasy radar until injuries hit the likes of Julian Edelman, Josh Gordon and Chris Hogan.

Limited role in Week 14

Dorsett logged seven of a possible 82 snaps on offense in Sunday's 34-33 loss to the Dolphins.

Analysis: Dorsett was not targeted for the second straight game and will remain off the fantasy radar unless injuries hit the Patriots' receiving corps.

Logs 16 snaps

Dorsett was on the field for 16 out of a possible 74 snaps on offense in Sunday's 24-10 win over the Vikings.

Analysis: Dorsett was not targeted Sunday and remains off the fantasy radar until injuries hit the Patriots' receiving corps.

Limited role in Week 12

Dorsett played nine of the Patriots' 70 snaps offensive snaps in Sunday's 27-13 win over the Jets, catching both of his targets for 10 yards.

Analysis: Dorsett hasn't logged more than 15 snaps in a game since Week 5, with Julian Edelman's return from a suspension and Josh Gordon's expanded role on offense leaving fewer opportunities available. The speedster's fantasy value will remain limited unless injuries hit the team's wideout corps down the road.

Catches two passes Sunday

Dorsett was on the field for 15 of the Patriots' 66 snaps on offense in Sunday's 34-10 loss to the Titans.

Analysis: In the process, Dorsett hauled in both of his targets for 18 yards. The Patriots are on bye Week 11, but if Julian Edelman's ankle issue ends up threatening his status for the team's Nov. 25 tilt against the Jets, Dorsett's profile in the New England offense could expand Week 12.

Hauls in three passes Week 9

Dorsett was on the field for 12 of a possible 71 snaps on offense in Sunday night's 31-17 win over the Packers.

Analysis: Dorsett was predictably out-snapped by Julian Edelman, Josh Gordon and Chris Hogan, but he did manage to haul in all three of his targets Sunday for 30 yards. Dorsett's fantasy value remains limited, but if injuries hit the team's wideout corps down the road, he's capable of producing when given an expanded workload in the New England offense.

Sees limited snaps Monday

Dorsett was on the field for five of a possible 76 snaps on offense in Monday night's 25-6 win over the Bills.

Analysis: Dorsett was not targeted in the game and his opportunities in the Patriots offense figure to remain limited as long as Julian Edelman, Josh Gordon and Chris Hogan are healthy and available. He is however, a player to keep in mind if the team's wideout corps takes a hit for any reason, given that Dorsett has proven capable this season when handed expanded workloads.

Catches one pass in Week 7

Dorsett logged eight of a possible 64 snaps on offense in Sunday's 38-31 win over the Bears.

Analysis: Dorsett caught his only target for eight yards in the game. His opportunities in the Patriots offense figure to remain limited as long as Julian Edelman, Josh Gordon and Chris Hogan remain healthy.

Logs just three snaps in Week 6

Dorsett, who was on the field for three of a possible 78 snaps on offense in Sunday's 43-40 win over the Chiefs, was not targeted in the game.

Analysis: Dorsett's dramatic dip in playing time Sunday corresponded to fellow wideout Josh Gordon seeing a major uptick in snaps (63) in his third game with the Patriots. Looking ahead, Dorsett figures to see limited opportunities in the team's offense as long as Gordon, Julian Edelman and Chris Hogan remain healthy.

Hauls in three passes Thursday

Dorsett played 42 of the Patriots' 69 offensive snaps and caught all three of his targets for 25 yards in Thursday's 38-24 win over the Colts.

Analysis: Though Dorsett logged a healthy snap count in Week 5, he wasn't exactly a high-priority target for quarterback Tom Brady. With Julian Edelman back from his suspension and Josh Gordon likely to see more snaps in the coming weeks, Dorsett profiles as merely a speculative fantasy option in a Patriots passing attack with plenty of mouths to feed.

Bounces back with solid effort

Dorsett brought in four of seven targets for 55 yards and a touchdown in the Patriots' 38-7 win over the Dolphins on Sunday.

Analysis: One week after exiting a loss to the Lions with a knee injury, Dorsett bounced back with another solid performance and his first touchdown of the season. The 25-year-old now has seven targets apiece in each of his three non-injury-shortened games and has no fewer than Sunday's four receptions in any of them. It remains to be seen how Julian Edelman's return from suspension will affect Dorsett's opportunities, but he'll look to continue producing against the Colts in a Thursday night matchup…read more

Not on injury report

Dorsett (knee) wasn't listed on Wednesday's injury report.

Analysis: Dorsett was dinged up on a hard fall late in Sunday's loss to the Lions, but he's evidently fine and looks ready to go for the Week 4 matchup with the Dolphins. After being held without a catch in Week 3, Dorsett is merely a speculative fantasy play at this juncture, especially with newcomer Josh Gordon (hamstring) a candidate to make his Patriots debut versus Miami.

Expected to play Week 4

Dorsett sustained a knee injury on a hard fall late in Sunday's loss to the Lions and required a series of tests Monday that included an MRI, but he's expected to be available for the Patriots' Week 4 matchup with the Dolphins, Jeff Howe of The Athletic reports.

Analysis: The injury resulted in Dorsett briefly departing in the fourth quarter, but he returned to the field for the Patriots' final offensive series, finishing the night with no catches on five targets. The Patriots were still concerned enough about Dorsett's health to send him in for precautionary tests, but it doesn't sound like the knee issue is anything that will significantly hinder him during Week 4 preparations. More concerning for Dorsett's outlook than the knee concern is the Patriots' recent…read more

Held without catch Week 3

Dorsett was on the field for 45 of a possible 48 snaps on offense in Sunday's 26-10 loss to the Lions.

Analysis: Though targeted five times, Dorsett did not catch a pass in the game. After hauling in 12 catches for 110 yards and a TD in two contests out of the gate, Dorsett's early-season window of opportunity is starting to close. The Patriots acquired Josh Gordon (hamstring) last week, and he's a threat to Dorsett's snap count once he's healthy and up to speed with the Patriots offense. Additionally, Julian Edelman is due back Week 5, following the completion of his four-game suspension. Looking ahead,…read more

Catches five passes Sunday

Dorsett was on the field for 56 of the Patriots' 61 snaps on offense in Sunday's 31-20 loss to the Jaguars.

Analysis: In doing so, Dorsett caught five of his seven targets for 44 yards. That marks back-to-back seven-target games for Dorsett, who continues to see added opportunities while Julian Edelman serves a four-game suspension. With Edelman still out for two more weeks, Dorsett remains on the fantasy radar as this coming Sunday night's tilt against the Lions approaches.

Snatches seven passes

Dorsett nabbed all seven of his targets for 66 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 27-20 win over the Texans.

Analysis: A lack of proven options at receiver has been a common talking point in New England to start the season. Dorsett showed on Sunday that he has the ability to fill in for Julian Edelman during the season's first quarter. Known primarily as a deep threat coming out of college, Dorsett showed some sharp route running and quickness in the second quarter on an in-and-out move for a four-yard touchdown. Once a first-round bust, Dorsett looks like he could be a find for the Patriots, with main question…read more

Making case for key role early on

Dorsett, who caught all four of his targets for 36 yards in Friday's 25-14 preseason loss to the Panthers, appears on track to begin the season as a key cog in the Patriots' passing attack.

Analysis: With Julian Edelman slated to serve a four-game suspension to start the season and Jordan Matthews, Malcolm Mitchell and Kenny Britt all having been let go by the Patriots, snaps opposite entrenched starter Chris Hogan are available out of the gate. At this stage, Dorsett appears on track to open the campaign as the team's No. 2 wideout, a context that carries with it some sleeper potential.

Catches four passes with starters

Dorsett caught all four of his targets for 36 yards in Friday's 25-14 loss to the Panthers in the third preseason game.

Analysis: Dorsett's four receptions all came from Tom Brady, which supports the notion that he could find himself in the starting lineup to begin this season. Of course, that would come while Julian Edelman is suspended the first four games, but Dorsett has nonetheless done a good job of advancing his stock so far in his second season with the Pats.

Could see snaps early on

Dorsett could have a path to consistent snaps on offense early in the season following the release of fellow wideout Kenny Britt (hamstring), Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: With Julian Edelman set to serve a four-game suspension to start the season and Jordan Matthews, Malcolm Mitchell and Britt all having been cut by New England, Dorsett now finds himself with a chance to start opposite Chris Hogan in Week 1. Cordarrelle Patterson and Eric Decker are also on hand to earn targets, and the Patriots may choose to add another wideout, but for now, Dorsett's potential to emerge as a sleeper appears to be growing.

Targeted thrice

Dorsett nabbed one of three targets for four yards during Thursday's 37-20 win over the Eagles.

Analysis: Dorsett was catchless in the preseason opener against Washington and dealt with an undisclosed injury this week. He still made it onto the field for New England's opening drive. The Patriots' receiving corps is a question mark for the first quarter of the season while Julian Edelman serves his suspension. Dorsett's next-level speed brings a unique element to the group, but it remains to see if he can be a difference-maker for the Patriots.

In uniform Thursday

Dorsett (undisclosed) is in uniform for Thursday's preseason game against the Eagles, Kevin Duffy of MassLive.com reports.

Analysis: Though it's unclear how much work he'll see in the contest, it looks like the wideout's Tuesday injury was a minor one. While Dorsett didn't make much of a splash during his first season with New England, the 2015 first-rounder does have the speed to be a viable receiving threat (along with starting wideout Chris Hogan) out of the gate, if he's able carve out a steady role during Julian Edelman's upcoming absence.

Gets banged up

Dorsett appeared to suffer an injury toward the end of Tuesday's practice, Kevin Duffy of MassLive.com reports.

Analysis: After leaving the field to be evaluated in the medical tent, Dorsett hung around on the sideline catching passes from a team staff member while waiting for the other players to finish practice. He didn't appear to be limping when he walked off the field with his teammates, but the timing of the injury -- however minor it might be -- puts Dorsett in some danger of missing Thursday's preseason game against the Eagles. He was a regular part of the first-team offense in last week's preseason…read more

Held catchless

Dorsett was held without a catch on two targets in Thursday's preseason opener against Washington, though he did get the start at wide receiver along with Julian Edelman, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Analysis: It was a bit surprising to see Dorsett get the start over Chris Hogan, who finished with two drops on two targets, per ESPN.com's Doug Kyed. Hogan still figures to serve as the team's No. 1 wideout in Edelman's absence duringthe first four weeks of the regular season, while Dorsett seems to have an early leg up for the No. 2 job over Kenny Britt (hamstring), Eric Decker and Cordarrelle Patterson.

Impressive camp

Dorsett has impressed early on in training camp, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports.

Analysis: With Julian Edelman suspended for the first four games of the regular season, there will be targets up for grabs in the Patriots offense out of the gate. Now that Jordan Matthews (hamstring), Kenny Britt (hamstring) and Malcolm Mitchell (knee) are nursing injuries, Dorsett has enjoyed added opportunities in practice and he has made the most of them. The 2015 first-rounder didn't make much of a splash during his first season with New England, but Dorsett does have the speed to be a viable…read more

Dorsett isn't a lock to make the 53-man roster, ESPN.com's Mike Reiss reports.

Analysis: Even with Brandin Cooks traded away and Julian Edelman facing a four-game suspension, Dorsett will need to battle for a spot on the 53-man roster, and it doesn't help that he has minimal experience on special teams. The 2015 first-round pick only caught 12 passes in 15 games last season after the Patriots acquired him in a September trade with the Colts. Malcolm Mitchell (knee), Kenny Britt (hamstring), Braxton Berrios and Riley McCarron are also in the mix for what likely will be two spots, as…read more

In the aftermath of the trade of Brandin Cooks to the Rams on Tuesday, Dorsett "probably elevates to the title of fastest Patriots receiver," according to Mike Reiss of ESPN.com.

Analysis: Dorsett didn't do much in his first campaign with New England, logging just 12 catches for 194 yards in 15 games, but he entered the league as a highly touted first-round pick, so there's some untapped potential here. Currently, Julian Edelman (knee), who is returning from a torn ACL, and Chris Hogan top the Patriots' wideout depth chart, but with Danny Amendola now in Miami, there will be competition for slotting behind the aforementioned duo. Also in the mix along with Dorsett are Malcolm…read more

The Patriots don't figure to pick up the fifth-year option on Dorsett's rookie contract, ESPN.com's Mike Reiss reports.

Analysis: A 2015 first-round pick, Dorsett caught 12 of 18 targets for 194 yards in 15 games after joining the Patriots in a September trade that sent Jacoby Brissett to the Colts. Given that he was unable to make his mark despite injuries to Julian Edelman (knee) and Malcom Mitchell (knee), it's hard to envision Dorsett landing any higher than fourth or fifth on the depth chart heading into the offseason program. The Patriots aren't going to use the fifth-year option, which would put him under contract…read more

Dorsett finished the 2017 regular season with 12 catches on 18 targets for 194 yards in 15 games.

Analysis: The 2015 first-rounder joined the Patriots in early September via a trade that sent backup QB Jacoby Brissett to the Colts. At the time, it wasn't hard to picture the speedster turning into an occasional deep threat for the team, at a minimum, but he never caught more than three passes in a given game this past season, despite the fact that fellow wideout Chris Hogan missed seven games. Perhaps a full offseason with the team can help Dorsett push for a bigger role in 2018, but that's hardly a…read more

Dorsett caught three of his five targets for 26 yards in Sunday's 26-6 win over the Jets.

Analysis: The speedster saw added snaps Sunday, with Chris Hogan (shoulder) still out, but that didn't translate into a significant statistical impact. With Hogan on track to return in the postseason, Dorsett figures to remain off the fantasy radar unless additional injuries hit the Patriots wideout corps.

Dorsett, who was on the field for 25 of 60 snaps on offense in Sunday's 27-24 win over the Steelers, caught his only target for four yards in the contest.

Analysis: Dorsett saw added snaps Sunday, with Chris Hogan (shoulder) out, but that didn't translate into much added production. The speedy wideout remains off the fantasy radar unless additional injuries hit or a scenario exists in Week 17 where the Patriots have nothing to play for and elect to rest key players.

Dorsett did not see any snaps on offense in Monday night's 27-20 loss to the Dolphins.

Analysis: The return of Chris Hogan (shoulder) to the lineup Monday squeezed Dorsett out of the mix, confirming that he's fourth in the team's wideout pecking order behind Brandin Cooks, Hogan and Danny Amendola. Dorsett is thus off the fantasy radar, and it will probably stay that way unless additional injuries hit or a scenario exists late in the season where the Patriots rest key players.

Dorsett likely will see his role decline with Chris Hogan (shoulder) expected to return for Monday's game in Miami, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Analysis: Dorsett averaged 42 snaps per game during Hogan's four-week absence, after falling between eight and 20 snaps in each of the previous six contests. With Danny Amendola locked in as the slot man, Hogan's return pushes Dorsett all the way back from the No. 2 role to the No. 4 spot. Dorsett was unable to take advantage of Hogan's injury from a statistical standpoint, catching only three passes for 59 yards during the four-game stretch. The Patriots may use more four-wide sets than usual in…read more

Dorsett, who was on the field for 48 of 70 snaps on offense in Sunday's 23-3 win over the Bills, was not targeted in the contest.

Analysis: With just seven catches on 11 targets for 140 yards through 12 games to date, Dorsett is off the fantasy radar. It figures to take additional injuries (wideout Chis Hogan is currently ailing) or a scenario late in the season where the Patriots rest key players for that to change.

Dorsett was on the field for 43 of 70 snaps on offense in Sunday's 35-17 win over the Dolphins.

Analysis: Dorsett continues to see added playing time with Chris Hogan (shoulder) sidelined, but his target share remains modest. On Sunday, Dorsett parlayed his lone look into a 39-yard gain, and looking ahead he remains off the grid in most formats, with so many other pass catchers drawing more of QB Tom Brady's attention.

Dorsett was not targeted in Sunday's 33-8 win over the Raiders.

Analysis: With Chris Hogan (shoulder) still sidelined, Dorsett was on the field for 28 of a possible 60 snaps on offense Sunday, but QB Tom Brady was obviously far more locked in on wideouts Brandin Cooks and Danny Amendola, who were both targeted nine times in the game. Whether Dorsett continues to see added snaps Week 12 hinges on the status of Hogan, but at this stage the former Colt is not a reliable fantasy lineup option, with just six catches for 101 yards in 10 games to his credit in 2017.

Dorsett logged a season-high 49 snaps on offense (out of a possible 70) in Sunday's 41-16 win over the Broncos, ESPN's Mike Reiss reports. In the process, he caught both of his targets for 16 yards.

Analysis: As expected, with Chris Hogan (shoulder) out Sunday, Dorsett saw an expanded role in the Patriots passing offense, but he wasn't able to parlay the added work into a fantasy-worthy effort. Whether that might change next weekend against a more giving Oakland pass defense largely hinges on the status of Hogan, who is a candidate to remain sidelined in Week 11.

With Chris Hogan (shoulder) out Sunday against the Broncos, Dorsett figures to see an expanded role in the Patriots' Week 10 passing offense.

Analysis: Dorsett hasn't seen much in-game work of late, but with Hogan sidelined, he's a candidate to start on the outside opposite Brandin Cooks, while Danny Amendola maintains his slot role for the Patriots. The last time the team was without a key wideout (Amendola in Week 2), Dorsett caught all three of his targets for 68 yards, thus making the 2015 first-rounder worthy of a fantasy dart for those scrambling for help at the position in deeper formats.