Notes and musings from the first open OTA practice."

No contact Elandon Roberts Jerseys 2019 , multiple star players missing, and mostly teaching — but football is back, everybody! The New England Patriots returned to practice today for their third session of this year’s organized team activities, the first one open to the media. We are therefore finally able to bring you a recap of today’s practice session.Attendance14 players were not spotted: QB Tom Brady, SS Patrick Chung, RB Sony Michel, SS Nate Ebner White Kyle Van Noy Jerseys , LB Kyle Van Noy, OT Yodny Cajuste, RB Nick Brossette, OT Isaiah Wynn, DE Michael Bennett, TE Austin Seferian-Jenkins, WR Demaryius Thomas Kyle Van Noy Jerseys 2019 , P Ryan Allen, LS Joe Cardona, DE Deatrich Wise Jr.OffenseThe quarterbacks performed as follows during 11-on-11 drills (via Doug Kyed):First-round rookie N’Keal Harry was one of the standout performers of the day, catching five passes — one of which a back-shoulder touchdown from fellow rookie Jarrett Stidham, another a grab in double-coverage. (via Jeff Howe)On the day, Harry registered five touchdowns. (via Henry McKenna)Starting left guard Joe Thuney lined up at left tackle today. (via Mark Daniels)Benjamin Watson made arguably the best catch of the day — a scoring grab in traffic — on a throw from Danny Etling. (via Mark Daniels)A new wide receiver was present wearing number #72. (via Mark Daniels)Troy Brown was present in an assisting role, working with the wide receivers. Kevin Faulk was also present for the session. (via Evan Lazar)DefenseA pair of young cornerbacks stood out: J.C. Jackson had two pass-breakups White Shaq Mason Jerseys , while rookie Joejuan Williams had a pass-breakup and a interception. (via Doug Kyed)Williams’ interception was a pick-six off Jarrett Stidham (via Mike Reiss)Stephon Gilmore, Duron Harmon and Adam Butler also registered broken-up passes. (via Mark Daniels)Adam Butler had an interception return for a touchdown off a pass by Brian Hoyer. (via Zack Cox)Jamie Collins Sr. was mostly used as an outside linebacker, rushing at times but also dropping into coverage. (via Nick Underhill)Special teamsJulian Edelman, Phillip Dorsett, N’Keal Harry, Rex Burkhead, Jonathan Jones Shaq Mason Jerseys 2019 , Braxton Berrios, Maurice Harris and Ryan Davis all saw time as punt returners. (via Mark Daniels)Jake Bailey was the lone punter present and made most out of his chances, showing a strong leg with outstanding hang-time. (via Ryan Hannable) As the Patriots were deciding whether to cut receiver Antonio Brown, the NFL was doing some digging regarding the person who ultimately provided the catalyst for Brown’s current unemployment.According to Ian Rapoport of the NFL, the NFL interviewed on Friday the unnamed artist whose allegations surfaced six days ago on SI.com.It’s unclear from the report whether the league spoke to her about the substance of the original accusation (he reportedly showed up while she was painting a mural at his house wearing nothing but a strategically placed hand towel) or his effort to intimidate her into dropping the matter via group text messages that claimed she was looking for money.Her lawyers issued multiple statements on Friday, which made it clear that the league had explored the intimidation angle — and had instructed Brown to have no further contact with her. That conduct from Brown, standing alone White Chris Hogan Jerseys , potentially violates the Personal Conduct Policy.Another potential violation arises from the behavior that prompted her to come forward in the first place. It’s not clear based on the statements issued Friday or from Rapoport’s report whether the league has talked to her about that, yet.