Jared Wilson prioritizes communication as he returns to center for Patriots
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 7:37 PM
Last updated Jul 25, 2026
New England Patriots center Jared Wilson is focusing on communication with quarterback Drake Maye during training camp this summer. After a switch to left guard last season due to delivery issues, Wilson has returned to center following the trade of Garrett Bradbury. Head coach Mike Vrabel emphasized the importance of chemistry between the center and quarterback for the success of the offense. While Wilson has shown improvement, their partnership still faces challenges, as seen in a recent mishandled snap during practice.
- •Wilson returns to center after playing guard last season
- •Building chemistry with quarterback Drake Maye is a focus
- •Coach Vrabel highlights importance of unspoken communication
- •Mishandled snap indicates ongoing adjustments needed
- •Wilson and Maye share a past from North Carolina
- 12:09 AMYahoo Sports — Jared Wilson focused on building connection with Drake Maye at center
- 7:37 PMYahoo Sports — Jared Wilson focused on communication in return to center position
"Jared Wilson has returned to center for the 2026 season and is working on building his connection with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.
"Wilson and Drake Maye continue to build chemistry in training camp.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 12:09 AMJared Wilson focused on building connection with Drake Maye at center
Jared Wilson has returned to center for the 2026 season and is working on building his connection with Patriots quarterback Drake Maye.
- Yahoo SportsJul 25, 2026, 7:37 PMJared Wilson focused on communication in return to center position
Wilson and Drake Maye continue to build chemistry in training camp.
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