Giardi: Patriots Practice Report 08.10.26 - The calm before the Colts
Key Points:
- Monday’s Patriots practice was low-intensity ahead of joint sessions with the Colts on Tuesday, focusing more on technique than physicality as the team prepares for increased competition.
- Tight end Hunter Henry signed a two-year contract extension worth up to $20 million with bonuses and incentives, citing quarterback Drake Maye as a key factor in his decision.
- Key players like Carlton Davis returned to practice on a limited basis, while others such as Harold Landry and Brendan Schooler remained sidelined due to injury.
- Quarterbacks Drake Maye and Tommy DeVito showed promising performances during drills, with Maye completing 11-of-17 passes including a touchdown and DeVito throwing two touchdowns despite two sacks.
- Defensive players made several impactful plays including multiple pass breakups and pressures, with no turnovers or fumbles recorded during the session.