Patriots training camp: Which players are popping, and the latest from wide receivers battles
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USA Today
11 minutes ago
- USA Today
5 standouts from Day 10 of Patriots training camp practice
After a two-day break, the New England Patriots were back on the field in pads on Monday for their 10th training camp practice. The team is clearly on the verge of ramping up its workload ahead of Wednesday's joint practice and Friday's preseason opener against the Washington Commanders. It will be the first opportunity for the Patriots to test themselves against another team. There is no better gauge of potential than seeing it in action against a team that advanced to the NFC Championship Game last season. Before the Patriots go head-to-head with the Commanders, they held another tough in-house practice session full of one-on-ones and 11-on-11 team periods. Here were the five standout players from Day 10 of training camp practice in New England: EDGE Elijah Ponder One underrated name to keep an eye on in training camp and the preseason is rookie edge rusher Elijah Ponder. He popped in a major way by going 4-0 during the one-on-one pass rushing drills at Monday's practice. The former Cal Poly standout is a physical specimen at 6-foot-3 and 260 pounds with legitimate raw traits to make an impact at the next level. CB D.J. James This was another strong practice turned in by second-year cornerback D.J. James. He continues to make the most of his opportunities on the practice field. Throughout the competitive period, he was spotted locked in tight coverage on Stefon Diggs, Kyle Williams and Kayshon Boutte. He is a scrappy defensive back willing to stand up to any challenge. WR Javon Baker Javon Baker is predominantly viewed as a player on the roster bubble. However, he could make things interesting if he continues to make big plays like he did at Monday's practice. He caught three straight touchdowns at one point from backup quarterback Josh Dobbs during the 7-on-7 period. The second-year wideout also snagged another leaping touchdown in 11-on-11s. RB TreVeyon Henderson Rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson was very much involved on offense in this practice. He hauled in five receptions with three receiving touchdowns and one rushing touchdown. The second-round pick out of Ohio State is a matchup nightmare with the ability to threaten as a runner and a receiver. Patriots offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels appears to be making the most of his skill set with the playbook. K Andres Borregales and John Parker Romo The kicking competition has been a nail-biter between Andres Borregales and John Parker Romo. They refused to let up on Monday with both kickers finishing 4-for-4 on field goals. It's easy to give Borregales the edge as the rookie sixth-round draft pick, but Parker Romo appears determined to make it a fight to the finish. Follow Patriots Wire on Twitter and Facebook.
CBS News
an hour ago
- CBS News
Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams OK after leaving practice to be treated for dehydration
A scary moment played out for Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams during Monday's practice, as the 51-year-old was forced to leave the session early and had to be treated for dehydration. The team said Williams is doing OK, but is taking extra precautions after Monday's incident due to his previous medical issues. Trainers were seen rushing a stretcher over to the sideline after Williams apparently collapsed during Monday's practice, but he was able to get up under his own power. He was taken inside Gillette Stadium on a cart and did not return for the rest of session. After Williams' departure on Monday, inside linebackers coach Zak Kuhr assumed defensive play-calling duties for the Patriots. Williams is in his first season with the Patriots, after new head coach Mike Vrabel brought him in to be his defensive coordinator following their time together in Tennessee. This isn't the first medical scare Williams has experienced since joining New England, as he stepped away from the team during offseason workouts in May because of a medical issue. Williams still worked with the defense and addressed the team remotely from Michigan during his time away. As he did Monday, Kuhr handled most of the defensive coaching duties on-site during Williams' previous absence. Williams had just rejoined the team ahead of training camp, and Vrabel expressed confidence that his medical issue wouldn't cost him time on the sideline. While it appears Williams will be OK after Monday's incident, the team likely has a backup plan in case Williams does have to miss time during the regular season. Should that happen, Kuhr would be in line to call plays on defense, unless Vrabel wants to assume those duties himself.
Yahoo
3 hours ago
- Yahoo
Patriots to unveil Tom Brady statue this week. Here's what fans need to know
Seven-time Super Bowl Champion and three-time NFL MVP Tom Brady's playing days are finally behind him, but a statue will ensure the GOAT is always standing at Gillette Stadium. The statue will be unveiled before this Friday's preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders in a 15 to 20-minute ceremony conducted by owner Robert Kraft. The 12-foot statue will stand in the Patriot Place Plaza next to the Patiots Hall of Fame. Parking lots will open at 3:00 p.m. and gates into Gillette Stadium will open at 5:00 p.m. Although fans with tickets are allowed to watch the ceremony in the plaza, the Patriots say fans seated inside the stadium will see a video component on the video boards. The ceremony will also be live-streamed on Download the FREE Boston 25 News app for breaking news alerts. Follow Boston 25 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch Boston 25 News NOW
