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Dorsett may not be a lock for the Patriots' 53-man roster, but he's viewed as a favorite to stick around with the team after the preseason concludes, Doug Kyed of NESN.com reports.

Julian Edelman, first-round pick K'Neal Harry and special-teams ace Matthew Slater are the only true roster locks at receiver, as Josh Gordon may still be suspended and Demaryius Thomas (Achilles) may open the season on the PUP list. Dorsett thus stands a chance to earn a Week 1 starting spot, though New England also has Bruce Ellington, Maurice Harris and Braxton Berrios competing for roles. Dorsett could be in some danger if he struggles during training camp, as his one-year, $2.6 million contract includes just $500,000 guaranteed in the form of a signing bonus, per OverTheCap.com. His deal includes a $100,000 workout bonus, so the Patriots ultimately would incur a $600,000 dead-cap charge if they cut him before Week 1.

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