The New England Patriots will open their 2024 campaign against the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on Sunday, September 8 at 1:00 p.m. ET, which is now 48 days away.
Until the opening kickoff of the season for the Patriots, we’ll be counting down each day by looking back at those who have worn each specific jersey number.
Since 1960, 14 players have worn No. 48 in New England, and with 48 days until their first game of the year, here’s a look at everyone who’s worn the number for the team:
LB Jahlani Tavai: 2021-Present
- Has appeared in 47 games for New England over his first three seasons, recording 193 tackles (seven for a loss), eight quarterback hits, seven passes defensed, 2.5 sacks, two interceptions, two forced fumbles and a fumble recovery
- Expected to play a major role in the middle of their defense
- Also played for the Detroit Lions
LB Harvey Langi: 2017-21
- Appeared in 10 games for New England over three seasons, recording four tackles
- Also played for the New York Jets, Denver Broncos and Las Vegas Raiders
LS Danny Aiken: 2011-14
- Appeared in 63 games for New England over four seasons, recording 10 tackles
- Won a Super Bowl with the Patriots
- Also played for the New York Giants
OL Matt Katula: 2010
- Appeared in eight games for New England in his lone season with the team
- Also played for the Baltimore Ravens and Minnesota Vikings
LB Tully Banta-Cain: 2003-04
- Appeared in 85 games for New England over six seasons, recording 190 tackles (24 for a loss), 40 quarterback hits, 23.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, three passes defensed, one interception and a fumble recovery
- Won two Super Bowls with the Patriots
- Also played for the San Francisco 49ers
TE Lovett Purnell: 1996
- Appeared in 34 games for New England over three seasons, recording 17 receptions for 149 yards and five touchdowns
- Also played for the Baltimore Ravens
DB Randy Robbins: 1992
- Appeared in 15 games for New England in his lone season with the team, recording two interceptions and a fumble recovery
- Also played for the Denver Broncos
WR Dennis Gadbois: 1988
- Appeared in five games for New England over two seasons, recording three receptions for 51 yards
WR Clay Pickering: 1987
- Appeared in one game for New England in his lone season with the team, recording one reception for 10 yards
- Also played for the Chicago Bears and Cincinnati Bengals
TE Greg Baty: 1986
- Appeared in 21 games for New England over two seasons, recording 52 receptions for 469 yards and four touchdowns
- Also played for the Miami Dolphins, Phoenix Cardinals and Los Angeles Rams
WR Darryal Wilson: 1983
- Appeared in nine games for New England in his lone season with the team
DB Tim Fox: 1976-81
- Appeared in 91 games for New England over six seasons, recording 17 interceptions, seven fumble recoveries and three sacks
- Made a Pro Bowl with the Patriots
- Also played for the San Diego Chargers and Los Angeles Rams
RB Preston Johnson: 1968
- Appeared in three games for Boston in his lone season with the team, rushing twice for six yards
DB Don Webb: 1961
- Appeared in 134 games for Boston/New England over 11 seasons, recording 21 interceptions and five fumble recoveries
- Made AFL All-Star with the Patriots
