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Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry analyze the major storylines from Day 1 of the Patriots' OTAs for the 2026 season.

The New England Patriots kicked off OTAs for the 2026 season, and Tom E. Curran and Phil Perry broke down all of the major storylines from Day 1. Mike Vrabel spoke to the media and answered some questions regarding his offseason controversy. Players addressed the rumors surrounding A.J. Brown and what it would mean for the Patriots if they acquired the star wide receiver. Tom & Phil also break down the ups and downs of Drake Maye’s day. Meanwhile Christian Gonzalez was one of several players absent from OTAs today. Tom & Phil discuss what that might mean, as the young cornerback looks for a contract extension.

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Hosts: Tom E. Curran, Phil Perry

Topics covered

• Patriots OTAs
• NFL storylines
• player rumors
• contract extensions
• offseason news

Keywords

• Patriots
• OTAs
• Mike Vrabel
• A.J. Brown
• Drake Maye
• Christian Gonzalez
• NFL

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Organizations: New England Patriots

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