Patriots Training Camp Yields 3 Early Standouts After 12 Practices
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Updated · bostonsportsjournal.com · Aug 7
Patriots Training Camp Yields 3 Early Standouts After 12 Practices
3 articles · Updated · bostonsportsjournal.com · Aug 7
Summary
Twelve practices into camp, an NFL analyst tagged Will Campbell, Tanner Arkin and Khalil Jacobs as the Patriots' most notable early performers.
Campbell — the 2025 No. 4 overall pick — drew praise for looking stronger and more aggressive in pass sets, though his left-elbow brace and missed Thursday and Friday work raised some concern.
Arkin and Jacobs were framed as surprise depth options rather than roster saviors, reflecting a Patriots squad viewed as deeper than in recent post-Brady seasons.
Jacobs has flashed more once pads came on, and coach Mike Vrabel said the linebacker’s play speed stands out even when his reads are still developing.
Joint practices loom as the next meaningful test, especially for fringe contributors trying to turn strong camp impressions into regular-season roles.