K.J. OSBORN NEWS

Plays 13 snaps versus Eagles Osborn logged 13 snaps on offense in Thursday's 14-13 preseason loss to the Eagles.

Impact Osborn didn't see any targets versus Philadelphia, but it is worth noting that he was in the starting lineup for the second straight preseason contest. With JuJu Smith-Schuster no longer in the mix and Kendrick Bourne (knee) a candidate to miss time early on this season, Osborn has a path to securing a key role out of the gate in a WR corps that also includes promising second-year player DeMario Douglas, rookies Ja'Lynn Polk and Javon Baker, as well as returnees Tyquan Thornton, Kayshon Boutte and Jalen Reagor. In that scenario, Osborn could merit attention in deeper fantasy formats, but steady targets may be hard to come by in an offense that could lean heavily on the run.

AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE

K.J. Osborn 8/11: "Focusing on my team" Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn addresses the media on Sunday, August 11, 2024.

AUGUST 11 • PATRIOTS.COM

Brief appearance Thursday Osborn logged four snaps in Thursday's 17-3 preseason win over the Panthers, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.

Impact In his brief appearance in the Patriots' exhibition opener, Osborn wasn't targeted, but he did get his limited snaps in with the starting offense in a game in which DeMario Douglas (hand) and Kendrick Bourne (knee, PUP) were unavailable for. As the coming season approaches, it's plausible that Osborn could secure a key role in the team's WR corps out of the gate, particularly if Bourne is out or limited come Week 1. While Douglas appears destined to have a steady role for the team, there's otherwise plenty left to be sorted out this preseason, with Osborn, Ja'Lynn Polk, JuJu Smith-Schuster, Javon Baker, Tyquan Thornton, Kayshon Boutte and Jalen Reagor all competing for depth chart slotting.

AUGUST 9 • ROTOWIRE

K.J. Osborn 7/29: "We've got to up that intensity" Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn addresses the media on Monday, July 29, 2024.

JULY 29 • PATRIOTS.COM

21 Questions: Get to know Patriots WR K.J. Osborn From his English bulldog named Larry to throwing out the first pitch at Fenway Park, Patriots.com caught up with K.J. Osborne to learn more...

JULY 29 • PATRIOTS.COM

First through drills at camp Osborn and JuJu Smith-Schuster were the first wide receivers through drills Thursday, Henry McKenna of FOX Sports reports.

Impact This is unlikely to change anyone's mind about rookie second-round pick Ja'Lynn Polk and second-year pro DeMario Douglas being the New England wideouts generating the most fantasy attention. Osborn has a chance at a top-three role and quite a bit of playing time, but his output as the No. 3 receiver in Minnesota the past three seasons suggests he's highly unlikely to be targeted at a high rate even if he's on the field a lot. He signed a one-year, $4 million contract with the Patriots in March, setting him up to compete with Polk, Douglas, Smith-Schuster, rookie fourth-round pick Javon Baker and (eventually) Kendrick Bourne (ACL tear).

JULY 25 • ROTOWIRE

K.J. Osborn 6/4: "We've got a lot of playmakers" Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn addresses the media on Tuesday, June 4, 2024.

JUNE 4 • PATRIOTS.COM

K.J. Osborn, Minnesota Vikings, Wide Receiver K.J. Osborn is a 6-0, 180-pound Wide Receiver from Bradenton, FL. He has committed to Buffalo Bulls.

APRIL 24 • 247SPORTS.COM

Patriots Receiver K.J. Osborn Already 'At Home'? New England Patriots receiver K.J. Osborn is both grateful and eager for the opportunity to showcase his versatility on the field this seaso...

MARCH 20 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

KJ Osborn 3/20: "Always want the best out of myself" Patriots wide receiver KJ Osborn addresses the media on March 20, 2024.

MARCH 20 • PATRIOTS.COM

K.J. Osborn Ready for Opportunity with Patriots New England's most recent free agent signee K.J. Osborn hopes to provide the Pats with a spark, both on the field and off it.

MARCH 20 • PATRIOTS.COM

New Patriots Wideout Shares First Message To New England Fans New Patriots wide receiver K.J. Osborn delivered a message to his new fanbase a few days after signing a free-agent deal with New England.

MARCH 20 • NESN.COM

Patriots Sign Unrestricted Free Agent WR K.J. Osborn The Patriots announced today that they have signed WR K.J. Osborn as an unrestricted free agent from the Minnesota Vikings.

MARCH 19 • PATRIOTS.COM

Why haven’t cap-rich Patriots splashed with free-agent additions?

Despite having the most cap room in the NFL, the Patriots haven't added any big-ticket free agents like Calvin Ridley. What's their plan?

MARCH 18

Film Review: Breaking Down Patriots Signings K.J. Osborn, Antonio Gibson, Austin Hooper, and Defensive Additions What will the newest Patriots bring to the team after signing with New England during the first wave of free agency? Let's take a look at th...

MARCH 18 • PATRIOTS.COM

Former Vikings WR K.J. Osborn signs one-year deal with Patriots Osborn should get a chance to see plenty of playing time in New England.

MARCH 18 • KANSASCITY.COM

Report: Patriots Add Free-Agent Wide Receiver K.J. Osborn The Patriots are reportedly adding the former Vikings wide receiver on a one-year deal.

MARCH 17 • PATRIOTS.COM

Patriots Sign ex Vikings Receiver K.J. Osborn Former Minnesota Vikings perimeter receiver K.J. Osborn is reportedly joining the New England Patriots on a one-year deal, adding a much-nee...

MARCH 17 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Heading to New England Osborn signed a contract with the Patriots on Sunday, Tom Pelissero of NFL Network reports.

Impact Osborn will join up with the Patriots after three solid seasons with Minnesota. Over this timespan, the 5-foot-11 wideout proudced an average statline of 52.7-615-5.3 while starting all but one regular-season game, His numbers did take a slight dip despite the absence of star Vikings wideout Justin Jefferson for seven games in 2023, as Osborn logged 48 catches for 540 yards and three touchdowns over 16 games. Nevertheless, the 26-year-old slot receiver should see a healthy workload in a New England receiving corps that is in need of help. Osborn will likely compete with Demario Douglas and Tyquan Thornton (ankle) for a starting role alongside Kendrick Bourne (knee) and JuJu Smith-Schuster (ankle).

MARCH 17 • ROTOWIRE

Vikings UFA profile: WR K.J. Osborn Osborn has been a valuable part of the Vikings’ offense over the past few seasons.

FEBRUARY 14 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Vikings UFA profile: WR K.J. Osborn Osborn has been a valuable part of the Vikings’ offense over the past few seasons.

FEBRUARY 14 • CHARLOTTEOBSERVER.COM

Vikings UFA profile: WR K.J. Osborn Osborn has been a valuable part of the Vikings’ offense over the past few seasons.

FEBRUARY 14 • SUNHERALD.COM

Mike Evans, DaRon Bland voted as NFL's most underrated players by fellow Pro Bowlers

The fourth edition of FOX Sports' Pro Bowl Confidential asked 35 players the question, "Who is the most underrated player?"

FEBRUARY 8

Two catches in loss Osborn caught two of four targets for nine yards in Sunday's 30-20 loss to the Vikings.

Impact Osborn's underwhelming performance against the Lions proved to be another example of the receiver's inconsistency in the 2023 campaign. Not including his rookie year in which he did not play a single offensive snap, the veteran wideout recorded career lows in receptions (48), yards (540) and touchdowns (3) this season. Osborn is set to become an unrestricted free agent this offseason, so it's possible he may find himself in a new locale when the 2024 season begins as he's proven to be a solid playmaker when given opportunities.

JANUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Postgame Sound: K.J. Osborn WR K.J. Osborn addressed the media following Sunday's game against the Lions.

JANUARY 7 • VIKINGS.COM