Another day of pads in the books, and another day on top for the Patriots defense. The first preseason game against the Giants is in less than a week, with still much work to be done.
Let’s take a look at the Tweets Of Note from Training Camp Day 6!
Dalton Keene was the only new absence, joining Brian Hoyer who was also missing again.
The first real note about Ronnie Perkins, the third-round pick from last year’s draft. Perkins is still only 22, and has an opportunity to play a role this year, starting with the preseason games, he’ll be one to keep an eye on.
With Mac presumably having his reps managed today to ensure he doesn’t get burned out, Bailey Zappe got a ton of important time in competitive 11-on-11 practice. The rookie could well be earning himself a place on the roster.
Anderson, who had his 2021 season cut short due to a torn pec showed up today, as noted by Zack Cox.
I feel like we’ve had more production from Thornton out of this camp so far than we did for the entire of N’Keal Harry’s rookie camp in 2019. Thornton continues to make a standout play every day.
By all accounts, the defense has been on top for a good part of a week now against the offense, and there were no signs of that switching, Wilson, Anderson, and Guy all making life difficult for Jones earlier.
For me, it’s always important to highlight the standout player from each day of camp, even if it’s the same player most days. That player today was Christian Barmore. Evan Lazar’s description of Barmore ruining the period against the offensive line brought a smile to my face.
Agholor is stringing together a few good practices now, seemingly getting more comfortable with the Pats offense, even if what they’re running is somewhat streamlined according to reports. I’m hoping the battle for the number 1 receiver position against Parker will hot up over the next week or so.
Even after another tough day in the sun, Mac still has time to make a young fan’s birthday wish come true.
Happy Tuesday, Day 7 tomorrow! LFG