New England rests Mac Jones and most of its other starters as it prepares for the 53-man roster cutdown on Tuesday.

The third-year quarterback has made significant improvement over last year’s preseason, boosting expectations.

Jones has been picking the brains of New England’s defense and he has been impressive this preseason.

New England is hopeful Gesicki can return for its Week 1 game against Philadelphia.

Elliott, an eight-year veteran, was a two-time All-Pro and three-time Pro Bowl selection with the Cowboys.

Receivers Demario Douglas and DeVante Parker, as well as pass rushers Josh Uche and Keion White, are among the standouts thus far for New England.

The Patriots gave most of their projected starters the night off, including quarterback Mac Jones.

The diminutive sixth-round draft pick has impressed in 1-on-1 drills during training camp, displaying an innate ability to get himself open.