Patriots training camp: key notes from day two
The second day of Patriots training camp kicked off with more enthralling offensive work. But it would be the defense who had the best practice of the day.
Day two of training camp for the Patriots was very much the same as the previous practice, but the defense made sure they dominated in their performance today.
Although not much has changed over the last 24 hours, these are some key notes from New England’s Thursday’s practice:
Matt Patricia continues to appear as the offensive play-caller
Joe Judge radioed in plays with a walkie-talkie during the first 7-on-7 period, but since then, it's been Matt Patricia. Patricia also appeared to be the primary play-caller yesterday. Looks like the clear favorite to handle those duties this season.
— Zack Cox (@ZackCoxNESN) July 28, 2022
Matt Patricia was the primary play-caller again today, but it looked like there were times where Joe Judge and Bill Belichick each made some calls as well.
— Alex Barth (@RealAlexBarth) July 28, 2022
Defense took over the day up until the very last play
Dominant performance by the Patriots' defense in the final red-zone 11-on-11. Forced 10 consecutive incompletions before a short TD to Hunter Henry on the last play of practice.
— Zack Cox (@ZackCoxNESN) July 28, 2022
#Patriots training camp Day 2:
— Andrew Callahan (@_AndrewCallahan) July 28, 2022
🏈 Defense dominated the final red-zone period. Jones went 1/7, Zappe 0/4.
🏈Overall, Jones 17/24, Zappe 9/18. No Hoyer reps.
🏈Patricia acted like the OC during team periods.
🏈Sacks: Judon, Barmore, Perkins, Team.
🏈PBUs: Bledsoe 2, Mills, Wade.
Mac Jones finishes 11/18 in 11v11s and 6/6 in 7v7s. He ended practice going 1/7.
— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) July 28, 2022
Bailey Zappe goes 5/12 in 11v11s and 3/6 in 7v7s.
Defense won the last three periods for sure.
During that period, good reps by Marcus Jones, Jack Jones and Malcolm Butler at corner. Jalen Mills and Josh Bledsoe had PBUs.
— Phil Perry (@PhilAPerry) July 28, 2022
Some scramble drill attempts from Patriots QBs, indicating early reads weren’t there for those guys. Good way for the defense to finish off Day 2. https://t.co/3FADIP6naq
Rhamondre Stevenson discusses his offseason training with pass-catching and upping his workouts to drop weight
Video: Patriots RB Rhamondre Stevenson, who said he is 225 pounds (7 pounds down from when he reported last year), on being leaner in 2022. pic.twitter.com/q8k1SOyTvd
— Mike Reiss (@MikeReiss) July 28, 2022
Rhamondre Stevenson says he feels more comfortable in the passing game after focusing on improving in that regard this offseason. Adds he feels he understands the concepts better, but almost mentions route running and that he worked on his hands. pic.twitter.com/2WkxNo8l3h
— Alex Barth (@RealAlexBarth) July 28, 2022
Second year safety, Joshuah Bledsoe, stands out with his performance on day two
Jalen Mills on Joshuah Bledsoe: “Josh was flying around today…he’s getting a chance to show the coaches what he has.”
— Alex Barth (@RealAlexBarth) July 28, 2022
One of the early standouts of Patriots training camp has been second-year safety Joshuah Bledsoe. Now up to five PBUs through two practices.
— Zack Cox (@ZackCoxNESN) July 28, 2022
Bledsoe didn't play at all as a rookie sixth-round pick.
Safety Joshuah Bledsoe has three pass deflections today after finishing with two yesterday 👀
— Mark Daniels (@ByMarkDaniels) July 28, 2022
DeVante Parker continued to stand out on offense
Another excellent contested touchdown by DeVante Parker. Toe-tapped a back-shoulder throw from Mac Jones around Jalen Mills. His fourth in two days.
— Zack Cox (@ZackCoxNESN) July 28, 2022
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After two days of Patriots’ training camp, it seems like there is a ton of things to like so far. Both the offense and defense have shown flashes.