Getty A "well-rounded" member of the New England Patriots is the roster's secret superstar. Things are changing on defense for the New England Patriots , particularly along the front seven, but those changes can unleash the full and true potential of a secret superstar. The hidden gem is Christian Elliss , who “proved to be a well-rounded linebacker in New England last season, posting 80 total tackles, five passes defended and five QB hits (1.5 sacks) in 16 games with just five starts,”