Patriots rookies prepare for joint practice against Colts
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 12:03 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
The New England Patriots will hold a joint practice with the Indianapolis Colts on August 11, 2026, allowing rookies their first competitive action outside the team. Offensive tackle Caleb Lomu expressed excitement about the opportunity to showcase his skills, while tight end Tanner Arkin anticipates high energy and competition. Team captain Marcus Jones advised rookies to focus on their performance and confidence during the challenging practice.
- •Joint practice scheduled for August 11 at Gillette Stadium
- •Rookies Lomu and Arkin eager to face a different team
- •Team captain Jones emphasizes focus on performance
- •First joint session of the summer for the Patriots rookies
- 12:03 PMYahoo Sports — For Patriots rookies, joint practices offer ‘real taste of the NFL’
"Caleb Lomu and company will go up against the Colts on Tuesday.
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