Training camp stock watch: Can first-round burner revive career with Pats? originally appeared on NBC Sports Boston
FOXBORO — No Bill Belichick. No Tom Brady. No buzz?
The level of excitement surrounding Day 1 of Patriots training camp, as the team ushers in a new era led by head coach Jerod Mayo, seemed to be muted at times.
Maybe that was related to the gray and drizzly conditions during Wednesday’s practice. Maybe it was because of the nearby helicopter idling and drowning out the noise around the field for a lengthy stretch. Or maybe there was just little — outside of the arrival of rookie No. 3 overall pick Drake Maye — for fans to celebrate.
Whatever the reason, there was one play in particular on Wednesday that had the crowd in attendance roaring. And that’s where we’ll begin our Stock Watch from Day 1…
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Jalen Reagor, wide receiver
The veteran wideout has washed out with both the Vikings and the Eagles after being a first-round pick in 2020. But since joining the Patriots on their practice squad last year, he’s generated a bit of a reputation as a playmaker. “That’s what he does,” safety Jabrill Peppers said after Wednesday’s session.
Reagor had a 98-yard kick-return for a score in Week 17 last year. In the spring, he popped as one of the team’s more productive receivers. And he carried that momentum from OTAs into training camp. He ran by cornerback Azizi Hearn and made a nifty one-handed grab deep down the right sideline on a Drake Maye fade ball. It might end up in the running as one of the highlights of camp and easily was the play of the day.
Reagor actually reeled in another deep attempt from Bailey Zappe later in the session, solidifying his placement here. Reagor’s spot on the 53-man roster is no guarantee, but he began his summertime campaign for one of those coveted spots with a bang.
Jonathan Jones, cornerback
Who’s going to play opposite Christian Gonzalez as a starting corner in Mayo’s defense this season? Jones reminded those in attendance…
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Publish date : 2024-07-24 20:56:29
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