New England Patriots TEs James Develin and Brandon Ford are likely to get more attention during training camp following the release of TE Aaron Hernandez, but they still have several veterans ahead of them on the depth chart even if TE Rob Gronkowski (back) is not ready for the start of the season.
Patriots | Two TE candidates try for bigger roles

New England Patriots TE Daniel Fells, who started 15 games for the Denver Broncos in 2011, is often the forgotten man in the mix at tight end because he is quiet and he rarely speaks with the media.
Patriots | Daniel Fells in the mix

New England Patriots TE Jake Ballard (knee) is making his way back from a torn anterior cruciate ligament in his knee, and he reportedly looking ‘rigid’ during organized team activities (OTAs) and minicamp.
Patriots | Jake Ballard ready to compete

New England Patriots TE Zach Sudfeld, an undrafted free agent from Nevada, reportedly showed impressive pass-catching skills and dependable hands during offseason workouts. He might be ready ot compete for a spot on the 53-man roster given the upheaval at the tight end position in Foxboro during the offseason.
Patriots | Zach Sudfeld is a dark horse

Updating a previous report, New England Patriots TE Michael Hoomanawanui could be in line for a bigger role following the release of TE Aaron Hernandez. Hoomanawanui is similar to Hernandez in that he can be used in the ‘F’ or move tight end position. He was often aligned out of the backfield last season.
Patriots | More on Michael Hoomanawanui

San Francisco 49ers RB Marcus Lattimore (knee) said RB Frank Gore reached out to him when he was injured at the University of South Carolina, and now the two are teammates. Lattimore said Friday, June 28, that he is unlikely to be ready for training camp, although he has been doing sprints and working with the training staff. Lattimore indicated a midseason return could be possible.
49ers | Marcus Lattimore to miss training camp