Overview
- The Patriots and Eagles held two full-pad joint practices in Foxborough on Wednesday and Thursday to prepare for their Saturday preseason game and to evaluate players in live contact.
- Rookie quarterback Drake Maye completed a high percentage of throws across both days while A.J. Brown made multiple contested catches that reinforced their growing chemistry.
- New England's defense produced several turnovers over the two sessions, Marcus Jones recorded multiple interceptions, and on-field intensity produced a few scuffles that required coaches to step in.
- Cornerback Christian Gonzalez remained absent from both practices and his continued unavailability put pressure on depth corners such as Kindle Vildor to handle starting duties.
- Kicker Andy Borregales rebounded in practice with multiple long makes, and coaches said the tape from these sessions will directly influence depth-chart choices and special-teams roles before final cuts.