Overview
- Drake Maye and new addition A.J. Brown connected repeatedly in full‑pad work, with multiple touchdown catches and several long completions that signaled growing on‑field chemistry.
- The defense pushed back in recent padded sessions by creating turnovers and consistent pressure, including interceptions by safety Dell Pettus and rookie cornerback Karon Prunty.
- Second‑round rookie Gabe Jacas was cleared to take part in a limited role in practice while veteran cornerback Carlton Davis III remained out with a hamstring problem.
- Backup tackle James Hudson III left a practice with a leg issue after earlier pass‑protection breakdowns raised concerns about his technique and the team’s reserve tackle depth.
- Young receivers such as Romeo Doubs, Kyle Williams and Efton Chism III have made high‑impact plays in the heated competition for roster spots while Kayshon Boutte continues to field trade speculation.