New England Patriots offensive coordinator Alex Van Pelt still believes that rookie wide receiver Ja’Lynn Polk can be a good player in the NFL despite his struggles.
The rookie has recorded 12 catches for 87 yards and two touchdowns on the year. He received only one target against the Indianapolis Colts the last time the Patriots played.
Things looked promising to start his career, as he recorded a touchdown in the Patriots’ season-opening win over the Cincinnati Bengals back in September. However, inconsistent play has been a theme for him throughout the season.
When speaking with media members, via Boston Herald’s Doug Kyed, Van Pelt said he believed Polk’s struggles are mostly due to a tough transition from the collegiate level to playing in the NFL, along with a mental setback due to dropped passes.
More importantly, he believes Polk will still be a “very good player” in the league.
These final four games of the season will be important for the Washington product. New England is working on developing the wide receiver room, and Polk was thought to be a player who could play a key role in the Patriots’ future.
Now, he has to go out and prove it.
