6 winners and losers from Patriots’ fourth training camp practice
Pats Pulpit • • sports
Key Points:
- The New England Patriots increased intensity in their Tuesday training camp session, marking their most competitive practice so far behind Gillette Stadium.
- Wide receiver Kayshon Boutte stood out by catching a deep touchdown from quarterback Drake Maye, showcasing excellent route running and ball tracking during 11-on-11 drills.
- QB Drake Maye improved his accuracy and rhythm, connecting on long completions with Boutte, Hunter Henry, and Rhamondre Stevenson despite a slow start and ongoing chemistry development with A.J. Brown.
- Tight ends Hunter Henry and Eli Raridon were heavily involved in the passing game, while edge rusher Elijah Ponder impressed by stepping up in the absence of veterans Harold Landry and Gabe Jacas.
- Long snapper Julian Ashby had a low snap leading to a missed 45-yard field goal by kicker Andy Borregales, who otherwise was perfect on his attempts; the Patriots have an off-day Wednesday before resuming practice Thursday evening.
