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Patriots Wrap Day 3 With Helmet-Free Walkthrough Ahead of First Padded Practice

The unpadded walkthrough served to manage veteran load as the Patriots prepare for Monday’s first padded practice.

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Overview

  • Head coach Mike Vrabel emphasized a lighter, helmet-free walkthrough on Friday to balance installation work with player recovery.
  • Cornerback Carlton Davis returned after a planned maintenance day while second-year receiver Ja’Lynn Polk remained sidelined with muscle tightness.
  • Rookie offensive lineman Jared Wilson rotated through left guard, center and right guard with the first-team unit, showcasing his positional versatility.
  • Wide receiver Mack Hollins, tight end Austin Hooper and tackle Vederian Lowe continued on the physically unable to perform list.
  • The team will don pads for full-contact drills on Monday and is set to discuss adding released defensive tackle Christian Wilkins.