Patriots training camp recap: Drake Maye stacks another strong practice

Key Points:

• The New England Patriots held their second padded practice focusing heavily on red zone offense, with key absences including CB Carlton Davis III and DT Christian Barmore, while CB Brandon Crossley returned to practice.
• Quarterback Drake Maye had an impressive performance, completing 19 of 21 passes with multiple touchdown connections, including to Hunter Henry, Mack Hollins, DeMario Douglas, and A.J. Brown.
• The Patriots' defense increased pressure on Maye through several blitzes, with defenders like Craig Woodson and Kevin Byard frequently reaching the backfield, while the offensive line struggled to create running lanes.
• Wide receiver A.J. Brown made a notable impact with a 40-plus yard catch and multiple red zone touchdowns, and other receivers like Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism III also showed promising plays.
• The team conducted a live kick return drill, revealing depth chart leaders Kyle Williams and Lan Larison, with contributions from Efton Chism, Kobe Prentice, Jam Miller, Myles Montgomery, and Cameron Dorner.