Thornton, a 2022-second round pick, has just two catches for 27 yards in four appearances this year as the Patriots have struggled to establish a rhythm through the air with Jacob

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With Kendrick Bourne nearing a return from the PUP list, New England’s wide receiver depth chart is getting crowded. Bourne will likely shoot to the top, with Pop Douglas, K.J. Osborn and rookie Ja’Lynn Polk getting plenty of snaps. Competing with Javon Baker and Kayshon Boutte near the bottom of the roster, Thornton’s playing time is drying up.