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5 storylines developing during Patriots OTAs

By Connor Fulton

May 26, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) throws during OTA
May 26, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo (10) throws during OTA /
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D.J. Foster Patriots OTAs
May 26, 2016; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots running backs coach Ivan Fears looks on as rookie running back D.J. Foster (27) runs drills during OTA /

Storyline #4 – D.J. Foster’s footwork

The Boston Herald’s Karen Guregian noted that Foster’s footwork has been drawing attention so far during Patriots OTAs:

"Foster stood out among the running backs during drills because he had a smoothness and zip in his stride no one else showed."

It’s worth keeping in mind that Foster does have a clear route to the 53-man roster, and that involves beating out third-year pro James White. Yes, White was impressive last season filling-in for Dion Lewis, but he isn’t a roster lock.

Forecasting D.J. Foster

NESN’s Doug Kyed provided a visual for us of Foster’s nasty footwork:

That’s some smooth running right there. Even though these practices aren’t padded affairs, you can tell that Foster has potential.

Next: Martellus Bennett making plays

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