Thewill open theiragainst the Cincinnati Bengals at Paycor Stadium on Sunday, September 8 at 1:00 p.m. ET, which is now 48 days away.Until the opening kickoff of the season for the Patriots, we'll be counting down each day by looking back at those who have worn each specific jersey number.Since 1960, 14 players have worn No. 48 in New England, and with 48 days until their first game of the year, here's a look Canucks Custom Jersey at everyone who's worn the number for the team:LB Jahlani Tavai: 2021-PresentHas appeared in 47 games for New England over his first three seasons, recording 193 tackles (seven for a lo s), eight quarterback hits, seven pa ses defensed, 2.5 sacks, two interceptions, two forced fumbles and a fumble recoveryExpected to play a major role in the middle of their defenseAlso played for the Detroit LionsLB Harvey Langi: 2017-21Appeared in 10 games for New England over three seasons, recording four tacklesAlso played for the New York Jets, Denver Broncos Jonathan Lekkerimaki Jersey and Las Vegas RaidersLS Danny Aiken: 2011-14Appeared in 63 games for New England over four seasons, recording 10 tacklesWon a Super Bowl with the PatriotsAlso played for the New York GiantsOL Matt Katula: 2010Appeared in eight games for New England in his lone season with the teamAlso played for the Baltimore Ravens and Minnesota VikingsLB Tully Banta-Cain: 2003-04Appeared in 85 games for New England over six seasons, recording 190 tackles (24 for a lo s), 40 quarterback hits, 23.5 sacks, four forced fumbles, three pa ses defensed, one interception and a fumble recoveryWon two Super Kirill Kudryavtsev Jersey Bowls with the PatriotsAlso played for the San Francisco 49ersTE Lovett Purnell: 1996Appeared in 34 games for New England over three seasons, recording 17 receptions for 149 yards and five touchdownsAlso played for the Baltimore RavensDB Randy Robbins: 1992Appeared in 15 games for New England in his lone season with the team, recording two interceptions and a fumble recoveryAlso played for the Denver BroncosWR Dennis Gadbois: 1988Appeared in five games for New England over two seasons, recording three receptions for 51 yardsWR Clay Pickering: 1987Appeared in one game for New England in his lone season with the team, recording one reception for 10 yardsAlso played for the Chicago Bears and Cincinnati BengalsTE Greg Baty: 1986Appeared in 21 games for New England over two seasons, recording 52 receptions for 469 yards and four touchdownsAlso played for the Miami Carson Soucy Jersey Dolphins, Phoenix Cardinals and Los Angeles RamsWR Darryal Wilson: 1983Appeared in nine games for New England in his lone season with the teamDB Tim Fox: 1976-81Appeared in 91 games for New England over six seasons, recording 17 interceptions, seven fumble recoveries and three sacksMade a Pro Bowl with the PatriotsAlso played for the San Diego Chargers and Los Angeles RamsRB Preston Johnson: 1968Appeared in three games for Boston in his lone season with the team, rushing twice for six yardsDB Don Geoff Courtnall Jersey Webb: 1961Appeared in 134 games for Boston/New England over 11 seasons, recording 21 interceptions and five fumble recoveriesMade AFL All-Star with the Patriots