Patriots Two Tight End Offense. The Patriots offense will almost certainly be improved in 2021 but will it be particularly good. Despite fairly quiet individual performances from Henry and Smith the Pats improved production in 12 personnel is critical considering that will be their base.
The answer hinges strongly on the tight end position. The Patriots shipped a 4th round pick to the Chicago Bears for tight end Martellus Bennett and a 6th round pick with the. First he called five straight passes from 12 personnel two tight ends one running back most of which were play-action designs.
This base offense in 12 personnel one running back two tight ends seems like the Patriots optimal lineup in terms of weapons at Jones disposal.
Thats the biggest takeaway upon closer review of the New England Patriots 28-21 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers. The two-tight end offense is back and its as hard to defend as ever. Smith had a small edge with six touchdowns. Expect McDaniels and Jones to show run then spread the field out for the passing game in groupings like this.
