DEMARIO DOUGLAS NEWS

Scores first NFL TD in Maye's debut Douglas caught six of nine targets for 92 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 41-21 loss to the Texans.

Impact Douglas' 35-yard touchdown came in the fourth quarter after the result was no longer in doubt, but the 2023 sixth-round draft pick will cherish it all the same as the first touchdown of his NFL career. Douglas was heavily involved throughout Drake Maye's first NFL start under center, leading the team in targets, catches and receiving yards. The slot receiver's off to an up-and-down start, with 19 catches for 220 yards and a touchdown in his three best games and just five catches for 25 yards in three other appearances this season. Douglas is more likely to boom than bust in Week 7 against a Jaguars defense that's giving up 29.7 points per game.

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing it WAY Back With Patriots Players DeMario Douglas and Marcus Jones Patriots players DeMario Douglas and Marcus Jones go back to the past with uniforms and attire from the New England Patriots Hall of Fame at...

OCTOBER 13, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Leads air attack in loss Douglas secured six of nine targets for 59 yards in the Patriots' 15-10 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.

Impact All three components of Douglas' receiving line were team highs. Douglas benefitted from the absence of No. 2 receiver K.J. Osborn (shoulder) and wasn't impacted by the season debut of veteran Kendrick Bourne (knee), who drew a sole target. Bourne will naturally be more involved in coming weeks, but Douglas has outperformed Osborn thus far this season and should therefore retain a solid role under any circumstance during a Week 6 home matchup against the Texans.

OCTOBER 6, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Three catches versus 49ers Douglas was one the field for 38 of a possible 64 snaps on offense in Sunday's 30-13 loss to the 49ers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact After catching seven of his nine targets for 69 yards and rushing once for nine yards versus the Jets in Week 3, Douglas was held to three catches (on as many targets) for 13 yards Sunday. For now, Douglas remains a hit-or-miss fantasy option while working in an inconsistent New England offense, but if things pick up in the team's passing game in the coming weeks, the 2023 sixth-rounder should remain involved enough to carve out PPR utility in such a scenario.

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Allow Me To Introduce Myself: DeMario Douglas Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas introduces himself, sharing his favorite foods, music, places to travel, and more.

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Busy night in Week 3 loss Douglas secured seven of nine targets for 69 yards and rushed once for nine yards in the Patriots' 24-3 win over the Jets on Thursday night.

Impact Douglas was essentially the lone offensive bright spot for the Patriots on the night, posting team-high totals across his receiving line. It was quite the resurgence for the second-year wideout, who'd been blanked altogether, including in targets in the Week 2 overtime loss to the Seahawks. Douglas may prove to be the most consistent member of an inexperienced Patriots receiving corps over time, and he'll look to build on Thursday's momentum in a Week 4 road matchup against the 49ers on Sunday, Sept. 29.

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

'TNF' Prime Vision tracks Demario Douglas shifty rush "Thursday Night Football" Prime Vision tracks a New England Patriots wide receiver Demario Douglas shifty rush attempt against the New York...

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Not targeted Sunday Douglas, who logged 38 of 68 snaps on offense in Sunday's 23-20 overtime loss to the Seahawks, per Mike Reiss of ESPN.com, was not targeted in the contest.

Impact Douglas' quiet Week 2 effort occurred in a game in which just five of QB Jacoby Brissett's 27 passing attempts went to wide receivers, with Ja'Lynn Polk (41 snaps) seeing three targets and K.J. Osborn (51 snaps) logging two, per Zack Cox of the Boston Herald. Afterward, coach Jerod Mayo acknowledged that getting Douglas more involved needs to be a priority for the Patriots ahead of Thursday's game against the Jets, noting "we have to get him going. We have to scheme up some things for him. He's one of our most explosive players, and that's on us as coaches to put it together." However, until such an approach results in added targets for Douglas, the 2023 sixth-rounder will be a hit-or-miss lineup option.

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Two grabs in Week 1 win Douglas brought in two of three targets for 12 yards in the Patriots' 16-10 win over the Bengals on Sunday.

Impact No Patriots' pass catcher recorded more than three receptions, so in that context, Douglas, New England's de facto No. 1 receiver, didn't have an appreciably quieter afternoon than his teammates. There could be many similar quiet receiving lines for the second-year speedster sprinkled throughout the season as long as New England can effectively lean on the ground attack and its defense, but Douglas could see more opportunity in a Week 2 home matchup against the Seahawks.

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Catches three passes from Maye Douglas recorded three receptions on four targets for 14 yards in Sunday's 20-10 preseason loss to the Commanders.

Impact Douglas played exclusively in three-receiver sets, but he was still among the snap leaders for the Patriots in their first several offensive possessions as he worked primarily alongside Tyquan Thornton and K.J. Osborn. His longest catch of the day came on a third down midway through the first quarter that went for 16 yards and was delivered by Drake Maye. More importantly, Douglas looks to be the starting slot receiver for the Patriots heading into a Week 1 matchup against the Bengals.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DeMario Douglas absorbs hit-stick tackle while catching Maye's 16-yard sideline throw New England Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas absorbs a hit-stick tackle while catching Maye's 16-yard sideline throw.

AUGUST 26, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

21 Questions: Get to know Patriots WR DeMario Douglas From his dream cars to how he got the nickname 'Pop,' Patriots.com caught up with New England Patriots receiver DeMario Douglas in the lates...

AUGUST 23, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

DeMario Douglas 8/22: "I am looking forward to week one" Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas addresses the media on Thursday, August 22, 2024.

AUGUST 22, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Suits up for preseason loss Douglas caught one of two targets for one yard in Thursday's 14-13 preseason loss to the Eagles.

Impact It was nice to see Douglas suit up Thursday after he missed the preseason opener against the Panthers due to a hand injury. The second-year slot receiver accounted for one of Jacoby Brissett's three completions in the first quarter. Regardless of whether Brissett or rookie third overall pick Drake Maye starts under center in the regular season, Douglas figures to be one of the Patriots' top pass catchers after posting 561 receiving yards as a rookie in 2023. New England's preseason finale will be Aug. 25 against the Commanders.

AUGUST 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DeMario Douglas 8/13: "I feel like I am going in the right direction" Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas speaks with Tamara Brown following the Patriots 2024 Training Camp on Tuesday, August 13, 2024.

AUGUST 13, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Moves past hand issue Douglas (hand) has shed his red no-contact jersey, Mike Dussault of the Patriots' official site reports.

Impact Douglas, who had previously been wearing a no-contact jersey in practice as he managed what he described as a minor hand injury, sat out the Patriots' preseason opener last week. Now that he's back to working without any restrictions, the second-year pass catcher could see action in this Thursday's exhibition contest against the Eagles. As the coming season approaches, Douglas is poised to maintain a key/steady role in New England's WR corps, a context that should allow the 2023 sixth-rounder to remain on the fantasy radar regardless which QB ( Jacoby Brissett or Drake Maye) is throwing him passes.

AUGUST 13, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DeMario Douglas 8/12: "We're putting pieces together" Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas addresses the media at Gillette Stadium on Monday, August 12, 2024.

AUGUST 12, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Won't play Thursday Douglas (hand) isn't slated to play in Thursday's preseason opener against the Panthers, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact While the Patriots are in line to play their healthy starters, Douglas has been wearing a red non-contact jersey in practice of late, as he manages what he has described as a minor hand injury. At this stage, Douglas' Week 1 status isn't in jeopardy, but it remains to be seen if he'll take the field next Thursday against the Eagles.

AUGUST 8, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DeMario Douglas 8/3: "We've been stacking days" Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas addresses the media on Saturday, August, 3, 2024.

AUGUST 3, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Back in non-contact jersey As Friday's practice progressed, Douglas returned to wearing a red (non-contact) jersey, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact During the early portion of the session, Douglas worked without the red jersey, but it appears as though the wideout continues to exercise caution with what he has described as a minor hand injury. With that in mind, Douglas' Week 1 status is in no apparent danger, but it remains to be seen if he'll take the field in Thursday's preseason opener against the Panthers.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Sheds non-contact jersey Douglas (hand) no longer sported a red (non-contact) jersey during Friday's practice, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Douglas had been practicing with a red jersey due to what he described as a minor hand injury, but the 2023 sixth-rounder appears to have moved past the issue. As the coming season approaches, Douglas is expected to maintain a steady role in a crowded Patriots WR corps that parted ways with DeVante Parker this offseason but added 2024 second-round pick Ja'Lynn Polk and fourth-rounder Javon Baker, along with veteran free agent K.J. Osborn. Meanwhile, Kendrick Bourne continues to bounce back from a knee injury and returnees JuJu Smith-Schuster, Jalen Reagor, Tyquan Thornton and Kayshon Boutte are also competing for slotting. While there's plenty to sort out in the coming weeks, Douglas nonetheless figures to be a key target for whichever QB ( Jacoby Brissett or Drake Maye) is behind center for the team.

AUGUST 2, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 7-on-7 snaps Douglas, who has been dealing with a hand issue, participated in 7-on-7 drills Tuesday, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.

Impact Douglas sported a red (non-contact) jersey Tuesday, but the wideout's participation in 7-on-7 drills solidifies the notion that his hand issue wasn't a major concern. As the coming season approaches, Douglas has an opportunity to claim a key role in a crowded New England receiving corps that parted ways with DeVante Parker this offseason while adding 2024 second-round pick Ja'Lynn Polk and fourth-rounder Javon Baker, as well veteran free agent K.J. Osborn.

JULY 30, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

DeMario Douglas 7/28: "Everybody's stepping up" Patriots wide receiver DeMario Douglas addresses the media on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

JULY 28, 2024 • PATRIOTS.COM

Labeled day-to-day Coach Jerod Mayo said Friday that Douglas (hand) is "day-to-day" and only dealing with a minor injury, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.

Impact Douglas' hand injury has limited him from yet taking part in team drills at training camp, but it doesn't appear that he's dealing with anything long-term. The second-year pro reportedly impressed at spring practices, and once back on the field at training camp he'll work to continue building some positive momentum. There are opportunities up for grabs in New England's crowded wide receiver room, and Douglas was one of the offense's lone bright spots as a rookie, but he faces competition from 2024 second-round pick Ja'Lynn Polk and fourth-rounder Javon Baker, as well as free-agency arrival K.J. Osborn.

JULY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Slowed by hand issue Douglas has been limited by a hand injury for the last few days, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.

Impact Douglas drew strong reviews for his play during spring practice, potentially helping him separate himself in a crowded New England wide receiver room. That continued momentum from a solid rookie season, during which he posted 49 receptions for 561 yards in one of the worst offenses in the league, so he should have an advantage over newcomers such as K.J. Osborn and Javon Baker. Nevertheless, it will be important for him to get back on the field quickly to secure a role heading into the regular season.

JULY 26, 2024 • ROTOWIRE