Patriots training camp notebook: Christian Gonzalez a full participant on Day 1

The New England Patriots opened their 2026 training camp on Saturday at the practice fields behind Gillette Stadium with a 90-minute session focused on zone-run installation. The workout featured no pads and minimal contact, and coach Mike Vrabel indicated more zone runs were coming, with work designed to address double teams and gap scheme concepts while also emphasizing first- and second-down execution and tempo. On Day 1, the team had perfect attendance aside from edge rusher Gabe Jacas, who was away and listed on the PUP/NFI report along with RB Terrell Jennings, TE C.J. Dippre, ED Harold Landry III, and S Brenden Schooler; the article says there were no injuries. A notable change involved cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who became a full participant after earlier spring absences from voluntary and mandatory drills, following an extension offer described by owner Robert Kraft. Quarterback Drake Maye delivered multiple completions, including a deep connection to Kayshon Boutte, during four competitive periods.