Overview
- Drake Maye delivered several high-end throws but also missed targets during Wednesday's media-observed OTA, including an out route that fifth-round cornerback Karon Prunty intercepted and returned for a pick-six.
- First-round tackle Caleb Lomu was cross-trained at right tackle with the top unit while Will Campbell stayed at left tackle, a configuration coach Mike Vrabel said is evaluating Lomu’s ability to play both sides.
- Starting guard Alijah Vera-Tucker continued to work in a limited role as he rehabs a season-ending triceps injury, so veteran Andrew Rupcich rotated into the left guard spot for extended team periods.
- Absences of veterans such as Christian Gonzalez and Carlton Davis opened extended reps for backups and newcomers, with Kindle Vildor and K.J. Britt breaking up passes, DeMario Douglas leading receivers in catches, and Lan Larison emerging as an early candidate for the No. 3 running-back role.
- Those on-field takeaways are preliminary because OTAs are voluntary and non-contact, and coaches will use more OTAs, the mandatory minicamp and full-contact training camp to finalize starting roles and roster decisions.