In 2025 the New England Patriots lined up in 11 personnel (1 RB, 1 TE, 3 WR) on 52.3% of their offensive snaps (24th most in the NFL), averaging 0.224 EPA per play with a 53.7% success rate; 12 personnel 21.7% and 21 personnel 18.6%.
Defensively the New England Patriots played nickel (5 DB) on 68.9% of snaps — base 25.7% and dime 4.1%, allowing -0.035 EPA per play in nickel (13th in the NFL).
They snapped from shotgun 54.9% of the time and under center 44.6%.
The on-field diagram places the current depth-chart starters in 11 personnel against the Jets defense: Drake Maye (QB), Rhamondre Stevenson (RB), Romeo Doubs (WR1), DeMario Douglas (WR2), Efton Chism III (WR3) and Hunter Henry (TE).
Frequently asked questions
How often do the New England Patriots use 11 personnel?
The New England Patriots used 11 personnel on 52.3% of offensive snaps in 2025, the 24th highest rate in the league, producing 0.224 EPA per play and a 53.7% success rate.
What is the New England Patriots base personnel package?
11 personnel (1 RB · 1 TE · 3 WR) is the New England Patriots most-used package — 52.3% of snaps in 2025.
How often does the New England Patriots defense play nickel?
The New England Patriots defense was in nickel personnel (five defensive backs) on 68.9% of snaps in 2025, base on 25.7% and dime on 4.1%.
Who lines up in the New England Patriots 12 personnel package?
In 12 personnel (two tight ends) the New England Patriots skill players are Rhamondre Stevenson (RB), Romeo Doubs (WR1), DeMario Douglas (WR2), Hunter Henry (TE) and Eli Raridon (TE2).
What is 11 personnel in the NFL?
Personnel groupings count the running backs and tight ends on the field: 11 personnel is 1 RB and 1 TE (so three receivers), 12 is 1 RB and 2 TE, 21 is 2 RB and 1 TE. Defenses answer with base (4 DB), nickel (5 DB) or dime (6 DB) packages.