Patriots Training Camp: Welker, Patriots open training camp

[Tom Nolette]

Welker, Patriots open training camp

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Wes Welker was jogging back to the line after running a route during the New England Patriots’ first training camp session Thursday when owner Bob Kraft arrived on the sideline and pointed in his direction. Wasting no time, the Pro Bowl receiver immediately approached Kraft, the two ...

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NFL: Gronkowski ready for camp after wild offseason

FOXBORO, Mass. (AP) -- The "Summer of Gronk" now over, All-Pro tight end Rob Gronkowski said he has only one thing on his mind.

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[Tom Nolette]

ON FOOTBALL: Branch happy to be back with Patriots

Deion Branch, entering his 11th NFL season, was entertaining the media following the first practice of the preseason for the Patriots, a practice attended by 12,163 fans at the practice fields behind Gillette Stadium. That set a new

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Camp Observations: Day 3

Field Yates & Mike Rodak Jul 28, 2012 4:58 PM - Show original item

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- The Patriots held their third practice of training camp on Saturday, and their first in full pads. The practice ended shortly before rain moved into the area. Francis, White do not return. Rookie defensive end Justin Francis was carted off the field with what appeared to be a knee injury. Linebacker Tracy White, on the other hand, left the field at another point and did not return. The condition of either player isn't known. Gronkowski dinged, returns.

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[Tom Nolette]

Updating Pats camp schedule

The Patriots released the following training camp practice schedule update this morning:

Monday, July 30 -- no public practice
Tuesday, July 31 -- practice 1:30-4 p.m.
Wednesday, August 1 -- in-stadium evening practice (season ticket holder event)

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Brady confident at Patriots training camp

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Bits and pieces of gray stubble jut out from of his chin and cheeks these days, hard to notice if you’re not looking close enough. A black brace is always secured to his surgically repaired left knee. His hair is shorter, showcasing a slightly receding hairline. One .

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