tweets of note

After what felt like forever (it was only a week), we have pads! Pads mean an increase in physicality to practice, and it really is the first time you’ll be able to begin making informed opinions on who may or may not make the roster.

Week 2 of Patriots Training Camp is here, let’s see what were the Tweets Of Note!

Mike D keeps bringing the different camera angles from camp, another glorious day, made even better by the addition of shoulder pads.

Just before practice, a report broke that punter Jake Bailey had signed a new 4-year extension with the team, making him one of the league’s highest-paid players at the position. This will apparently free up some cap space whilst confirming Bailey as the team’s punter long-term.

The defense gets some reinforcements thanks to these three returning to the field. Reports were that they worked back in at a steady pace, but I’m just glad they’re back out there and we’ll get to take a look at Peppers especially, I think he could play a role for the team this season if he can stay healthy.

Just a downfield rep here, but Mac Jones spent a portion of today’s session throwing deep passes, something which Pats fans will be wanting to see more of in the regular season.

The first week of the 2022 season is in the books and the team will enjoy a well-deserved rest tomorrow before padding up on Monday. Let’s find out what happened on Day 4 of Training Camp with today’s Tweets Of Note!

Another stunning day on the practice fields talked by Mike D early this morning, alluding to the

Great to hear the fans were pouring back in on a nice Saturday morning, more space needed!

No new absences, but still missing is backup QB Brian Hoyer, once again giving Bailey Zappe a chance at more reps. Pierre Strong remains limited for a fourth day, I’m unsure if he’ll be ready to participate in the first preseason game against the Giants next week.

Can’t wait to see more of this connection in the regular season!

Haven’t heard much on Meyers through the first week, he’s been involved, Alex Barth noted him making a highlight play today in the more competitive 11on11 portion of practice.

Personally, I feel this is an important year for Meyers, he could easily sign a new deal at the end of the year, leave in free agency, or, be traded by the deadline. I hope he stays.

Mitchell is in contention for a decent role on defense with Jon Jones still on PUP and J.C. Jackson departing in free agency. It’s good to hear that as well as the defense having the momentum over the last few days, Mitchell has been involved and made people take notice.

Phil Perry summarises another good day for the defense, pointing out that Kyle Dugger getting his revenge on Mac Jones after allowing multiple touchdowns yesterday. Dugger picked off QB1 in a dominant afternoon for the defense.

The yearly camp kicking competition is underway, not that I think Nick Folk will be de-throned, but the first note on kicking I’ve seen so thought I’d include it today.

For the big boys up front it’s hard to take a lot out of what they do in the first week, Bill even said the first week is just a continuation of OTAs. It’s good to hear Barmore having success, but I want to see his name mentioned more and more next week with pads on. He’s going to be really important for the team this season.

Another day in the books for the 2022 Patriots Training Camp. Some real positive things to feel good about this week, with another session tomorrow before a break on Sunday. Let’s take a look at today’s Tweets Of Note!

Another stunning day in Foxborough for Day 3, the team has certainly had the weather on it’s side so far.

David Andrews made it back on the field for the first time this preseason, having been included on the PUP list to begin camp. There was never any real concern over Andrew’s condition, but it sure is great to have one of the team leaders back on the field.

Everybody loves Mac Jones.

This is something to keep an eye on, Hoyer was absent today after not taking any reps yesterday, a good opportunity for Bailey Zappe to gain some extra reps.

Evan Lazar notes the gradual progression into full pads, but today, shells and helmets.

Day 1 saw a strong day for the offense, especially DeVante Parker, who linked up nicely with Mac Jones in a redzone-heavy first practice of Training Camp. Here are the Tweets Of Note from Day 2!

The first question posed to Bill this morning at his pre-training press conference was about the contract extension which was given to DT Davon Godchaux last night. Bill described him as one of the best defensive tackles in the league.

Marcus Jones is an intriguing player, who, is a little on the small side, but he for sure looks like he can contribute straight away for the team as a specialist. With Gunner Olszewski moving on to Pittsburgh, a role is open for a punt returner. Jones has been fielding punts so far in camp, but It’s hard to tell how well he’s been doing. It’ll be worth keeping an eye on his progression in this role through the first preseason game as I’m sure he’ll be one of a few on return duty.

Mac to Henry last year was one of the few scoring partnerships which worked in the redzone, nice to hear a continuation of that today.

I personally didn’t think Montgomery would be in major contention for a place on the roster, but so far he’s been involved and seems to be potentially carving out a role for himself on offense. While James White remains on PUP, Montgomery will certainly be expecting to play a role this year.

Two Tweets for this one, Ben Volin’s description played out from a retweet on our blog Twitter page, showcasing a nice play between Mac and Parker right on the far side of the endzone, beating Jalen Mills in coverage.

Doug Kyed notes that Josh Bledsoe is having a fine start to camp, continuing on from a successful first day with another solid session this morning. Bledsoe has a real chance of playing a role in the secondary this year, especially if he can continue this when the pads come on next week.

Something to bring a smile to your face for the final one today, Mac taking a photo with a young fan on his 5th birthday.

Day 3 tomorrow! LFG

Camp is back! This offseason has dragged along since the Draft in April, but finally, we have some football again. If you’re new here, Tweets Of Note breaks down Twitter posts of note from Pats reporters in attendance at Training Camp.

Mike D posted his obligatory training field photo early this morning, showcasing the beautiful weather over Foxborough for the first day of Training Camp.

Donning some new ‘BB’ shorts, Bill opened up his morning presser by confirming the day would be spent focusing on redzone work along with confirming that pads wouldn’t be worn until next Monday.

Not totally uncommon for the odd few players to try out on the opposite side of the ball early on in Camp, so something to watch as the days merge together on how Murray progresses on the offensive line.

Good start with no new absences for the first day, here’s hoping David Andrews, Jon Jones, Jabrill Peppers and others can get back on the field soon. Some questions still linger about James White and if he’ll be able to play a role at all this season.