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Entering training camp, the expectations for Jones – even within the Patriots – were for him to start as a situational player and possibly evolve from there. But two things happened: Jones entered camp much stronger than most anticipated, and his pass-rush moves are much more advanced that your typical early-entry, first-round pick. Put those things together, and you have a player capable of playing every down. I think his ability to hold the point of attack has even surprised the Patriots.

Time to adjust expectations for Chandler Jones – Extra Points – Boston.com

https://www.patspropaganda.com/entering-training-camp-the-expectations-for-jones/

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The offense and defense worked against each other in a full-field two-minute drill, and for at least part of it, linebacker Jerod Mayo was using a whistle to signal the end of the plays. The 26-year old adopted a coach-on-the-field role of sorts, as it appeared the drill was run entirely by the players. The coaches largely stood pat on the sidelines. This could be a case where the players, not satisfied by what had just happened, took it upon themselves to finish practice on the right foot. If such was the case, that’s terrific leadership from Mayo, amongst others.

Camp Observations: Day 9 – New England Patriots Blog – ESPN Boston

https://www.patspropaganda.com/the-offense-and-defense-worked-against-each-other/

Tweets of note from Friday’s Patriots practice

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Film Room: Understanding Cornerbacks

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Film Room: Understanding Cornerbacks

Good football analysis article about cornerbacks, with a lot of discussion of Asante Samuel in case you’re still broken up about the Patriots letting him go, which you probably aren’t…

Samuel is not, and has never been, a shutdown corner. On one out of every five occasions, Samuel might jump a pass and either knock it down or take it back for six. But with his perpetually soft cushion, a great quarterback knows that he could, theoretically, go after Samuel. He could do that by throwing at him, but the offense also could run at him and manipulate other play designs to capitalize on his distinct weaknesses.

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https://www.patspropaganda.com/17127/

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