This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/patriots as Training Camp Proving Patriots WR is Clearly in Trouble. The New England Patriots entered training camp having a very stacked battle at the wide receiver position, with 12 players competing from anywhere between five to seven spots on the roster.

Training camps have kicked off around the NFL, and our team reporters are on the ground each day following all the action. The New England Patriots' camp is taking place at Gillette Stadium and Patriots reporter Mike Reiss has the latest intel on standouts,

With Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis sidelined for some of training camp, cornerback D.J. James has been given increased opportunities.