FOXBORO — After skipping the voluntary portion of the offseason exercise program, it feels like Patriots offensive deal with Trent Brown got here to coaching camp in fine condition.
Brown skipped organized group actions throughout the spring and was late to indicate up for minicamp as a result of a reported canceled flight. Brown was then restricted in his solely apply of the spring, spending a lot of the group’s second minicamp session engaged on his conditioning.
But head coach Bill Belichick praised Brown on Monday earlier than the Patriots’ first absolutely padded apply.
“Yeah, Trent’s in good shape,” Belichick mentioned. “He’s lighter than he’s been, and he’s been working at left tackle. Again, none of the linemen have been in pads. Nobody’s been in pads, so you’re working on the fundamentals, the footwork and the assignments that we can work on. Offensive and defensive line, that’s what they’ve been doing.”
Brown spent the majority of Monday’s apply on a aspect subject engaged on his conditioning. He had beforehand been a full participant in apply.
Extra factors
Patriots defensive finish Deatrich Wise mentioned he’s seen defensive backs Jalen Mills and Jonathan Jones stepping up as leaders in retired security Devin McCourty’s absence. It might be an early indication that Mills or Jones might be named captains earlier than the 2023 season … Belichick had reward for brand spanking new offensive line coach Adrian Klemm. “Adrian’s good. He’s a smart guy, good fundamental coach,” Belichick mentioned. “He’s coached a lot of NFL players in college, and obviously coached the Steelers for a couple years. So, he has a good level of playing and coaching experience, coaching a lot of good players in some different systems. He’s just a well-rounded coach, good background with Dante [Scarnecchia], so, a lot of fundamentals that we believe in and that we’ve watched here for a long time.” … Patriots security Jabrill Peppers mentioned defenders have “noticed” rookie extensive receiver Demario Douglas, an early standout in coaching camp. “He’s a small guy, but he’s tough as nails.” … The Patriots labored out 4 offensive linemen on Monday: guards Caleb Chandler and Tyran Hunt and offensive tackles Eric Smith and Micah Vanterpool.
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