Patriots open mandatory minicamp with strong attendance and key player updates
6 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Jun 12, 2026
The New England Patriots began their mandatory minicamp on June 9 at Gillette Stadium. Attendance was high, with notable participation from receivers Kayshon Boutte and cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who both missed voluntary OTAs. Offensive line adjustments were necessary with Morgan Moses absent; Caleb Lomu alternated between right and left tackle. Rookie quarterback Drake Maye led the way with impressive stats, highlighting his connection with receiver DeMario Douglas. The team also conducted a punter tryout amid competition for the position.
- •Kayshon Boutte and Christian Gonzalez participated after missing OTAs.
- •Caleb Lomu filled in for absent offensive lineman Morgan Moses.
- •Drake Maye excelled, connecting with DeMario Douglas for multiple catches.
- •The Patriots tried out punter Devin Bale during practice.
- •Full attendance was recorded except for a few key players.
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"DE Michael Hoecht was back in action after tearing his Achilles while Dorian Williams and Cole Bishop were sidelined.
"The New England Patriots held their first of three mandatory minicamp sessions at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday.
"The New England Patriots took things a bit easier on Wednesday during Day 2 of mandatory minicamp.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 5:01 PM6 things we learned at Patriots minicamp
New England concluded its mandatory minicamp on Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 12, 2026, 3:40 PM8 takeaways from Day 3 of mandatory minicamp
The New England Patriots held their third and final day of mandatory minicamp on Thursday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 9:20 PM5 takeaways from Day 2 of Patriots mandatory minicamp
The New England Patriots took things a bit easier on Wednesday during Day 2 of mandatory minicamp.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 1:34 PMBills news: Recapping Day 1 of mandatory minicamp
DE Michael Hoecht was back in action after tearing his Achilles while Dorian Williams and Cole Bishop were sidelined.
- Yahoo SportsJun 10, 2026, 12:31 PM5 standouts from Day 1 of Patriots' mandatory minicamp
Here are five standout players from the New England Patriots' first mandatory minicamp practice.
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 9:25 PM7 takeaways from Day 1 of Patriots mandatory minicamp
The New England Patriots held their first of three mandatory minicamp sessions at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday.
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