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Patriots Begin Vrabel Era with Camp Opening at Gillette

Mike Vrabel is using his first practice to set a new culture focused on cohesion, accountability, competitive readiness.

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Aug 03, 2024; Foxborough, MA, USA; A crowd gathers on a grassy hill overlooking the New England Patriots practice fields during training camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-USA TODAY Sports
A photograph of Ghislaine Maxwell and Jeffrey Epstein is displayed during a news conference at the U.S. Attorney’s Office in New York, July 2, 2020.
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Overview

  • All players reported to Gillette Stadium for required physicals as training camp officially opened Wednesday.
  • Linebacker Jahlani Tavai, tight end Austin Hooper, receiver Mack Hollins and tackle Vederian Lowe began camp on the PUP list, while Carl Davis, Josh Minkins and Jeremiah Webb started on NFI with near-term return timelines.
  • Defensive coordinator Terrell Williams returned to on-site coaching after a health scare and is fully cleared for duties.
  • Four-time Pro Bowler Stefon Diggs passed his physical nine months after ACL surgery and practiced without limitations.
  • Early drills showcased instant chemistry between Diggs and second-year quarterback Drake Maye as owner Robert Kraft hailed a “new chapter” for the franchise.