 Darrelle Revis had a good outing on Saturday with the defense. (USA TODAY Images) |
Here's a quick run down of today's top stories:
SATURDAY CAMP OBSERVATIONS:
BOSTON GLOBE:
Saturday's Patriots practice report: Revis steals the show - Ben Volin
BOSTON.COM:
Patriots Training Camp Notes: Trench Battle Ensues In First Padded Practice - Erik Frenz
BOSTON HERALD:
Practice observations: Darrelle Revis intercepts Tom Brady twice in first padded session - Jeff Howe
ESPN BOSTON:
Patriots Camp Report: Day 3 - Mike Reiss
Observations from Patriots camp: Day 3: Mike Reiss and Lee Schechter
NESN:
Patriots Training Camp Observations: Darrelle Revis Excels Against Tom Brady- Doug Kyed
PROVIDENCE JOURNAL:
Training camp observations: Darrelle Revis shines in day three - Mark Daniels
WEEI:
Saturday Notes: Danny Nickerson Celebrates Belated Birthday With Patriots - DJ Bean
OTHER STORIES:
BOSTON HERALD:
Patriots defense might be over-ruled - Karen Guregian: Guregian has an article on the fact the changes this season by the league in terms of what's permitted by defensive backs could be a problem for the Patriots.
Darrelle Revis a big hit on first contact day - Jeff Howe: Howe has an article on Revis and the fact that so far he's made a big impact with players who really look up to him.
Patriots Notebook: Garoppolo learns to handle bumps - Jeff Howe: Howe files his notebook from practice yesterday, which leads off with the fact that Jimmy Garoppolo didn't have his best outing in front of the massive crowd of over 13,000 people on Saturday.
Rookie running back James White justifies love - Adam Kurkjian: Kurkjian has an article on White, who so far has looked good this training camp.
BOSTON GLOBE:
Patriots' Will Smith happy to return to field - Michael Vega: Vega has a good article on Smith, who continues working his way back from a torn ACL he suffered last season in New Orleans but has enjoyed being back on the field here in New England.
Patriots sing 'Happy Birthday' to boy with cancer - Shalise Manza Young - Manza Young has a good article on Danny Nickerson, whose family had a cool experience after the team invited him to Gillette Stadium and the players sang happy birthday to him.
Staying healthy ultimate goal for Patriots in camp - Ben Volin: Volin files his "On Football" column for this morning, noting that trying to "get in shape and don't get hurt" is obviously the team's overall goal of this training camp.
Learning curve steep for Patriots rookie Jimmy Garoppolo - Shalise Manza Young: Manza Young has an article on Garoppolo, who had a rough outing after being picked off three times on Saturday.
Free agent Roy Finch hopes special skills pay off - Shalise Manza Young and Michael Vega: The two file their notebook for this morning, which leads off with the fact Finch is glad to be getting an opportunity as he got some work in on special teams on Saturday.
Punishment wasn't enough for Ravens' Ray Rice - Ben Volin: Volin files his Sunday Football Notes column, which leads off with his thoughts on the Ray Rice situation in Baltimore.
BOSTON.COM:
Patriots Training Camp: Day 4 of Practice, Schedule - Zuri Berry: Berry has notes on Sunday's session, which will mark the team's second day in pads.
ESPN BOSTON:
Quick-hit thoughts around NFL, Patriots - Mike Reiss: Reiss files his weekly Sunday notes column, which includes some interesting topics as always.
QB Jimmy Garoppolo draws a crowd - Mike Reiss: Reiss has an article on Jimmy Garoppolo, who spoke to the media following yesterday's session.
Spotlighting potential niche Pats players - Mike Reiss: Reiss looks at a variety of players who are trying to carve out a spot for themselves on New England's roster.
WEEI:
Sunday NFL Notes: Bill Belichick Poised to Climb Wins Ladder in 2014 - Christopher Price: Price files his weekly notes column, which leads off with the fact Bill Belichick is one regular season win away from 200.
TAUNTON GAZETTE:
PATRIOTS NOTEBOOK: Browner's played the game on both sides of the border - Glen Farley: Farley has a good article on Brandon Browner, who talked about what it was like to play in the CFL from 2007-2010 before entering the NFL in 2011.
PROVIDENCE JOURNAL:
Rookie QB Garoppolo has rough moments in adjusting to bigger stage - Mark Daniels: Daniels has an article on Garoppolo, who had another rough day on Saturday after getting picked off repeatedly and fumbling a snap.
Brandon Browner won't let the NFL dictate his play - Mark Daniels: Daniels has an article on Browner, who said on Saturday that despite the rule changes being initiated defensively by the league, he doesn't plan on changing his approach.
More News Headlines:
Patriots Have Too Many Receivers, and Some Tough Decisions
By: Ian LoguePatriots face difficult wide receiver roster decisions. Vrabel's praise for Douglas and Williams, plus Boutte's play, complicates final cuts.
MORSE: Notes & Analysis of Patriots Training Camp – Day 12
By: Mark MorsePatriots training camp Day 12 notes: Pop Douglas shines in scrimmage, QB stats for DeVito & Maye, plus updates on injuries and roster moves.
Vrabel Hints at Potential Celebration for 2001 Patriots Team
By: Ian LogueMike Vrabel hints at a celebration for the 2001 Patriots team this season. He discusses Adam Vinatieri's Hall of Fame induction and his clutch kicks.
Vrabel on Patriots’ Special Teams Ace’s Injury: ‘Unique Role’ Complicates Return
By: Ian LoguePatriots' Brenden Schooler's injury status is uncertain. Mike Vrabel emphasizes caution for the special teams ace's 'unique role', delaying his return.
Mike Vrabel Provides Injury Update on Patriots CB Carlton Davis
By: Ian LoguePatriots coach Mike Vrabel confirms Carlton Davis will miss next week's joint practices and first preseason game due to a hamstring injury.