Tanner Arkin has emerged as the New England Patriots' biggest surprise through the first three weeks of 2026 training camp. Tanner Arkin entered New England Patriots training camp with an opportunity, not an assurance. Less than three weeks later, Arkin has become the Patriots’ biggest surprise of camp. Hunter Henry remained firmly established as the Patriots’ top tight end, while No. He has consistently mixed in with the first- and second-team offenses while establishing himself as the leading candidate for New England’s blocking tight end role.