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23 hours ago | patspulpit.com | Brian Hines

Photo by Barry Chin/The Boston Globe via Getty Images Signing with the New England Patriots as a free agent back in 2021, wide receiver Kendrick Bourne had a career-year in his first season under offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels. After recording 55 receptions for 800 yards and five scores that season, Bourne has not been able to replicate that production since. Part of the reason was McDaniels’ departure, as the coordinator was named the head coach of the Las Vegas Raiders in 2022.

1 day ago | patspulpit.com | Brian Hines

Eric Canha-Imagn Images As the New England Patriots took the line in a team conditioning period, Milton Williams got out of the gate hot. When he hit the mark to turn back, Williams knew he would cross the finish line under the allotted time limit. He then coasted through to end the run. Head coach Mike Vrabel took note. “I’m kind of like chilling until I get to the line. He was like, ‘No, don’t let them catch you. If you can make it faster, make it,’” Williams recalled on Tuesday.

2 days ago | patspulpit.com | Brian Hines

Photo by Rich von Biberstein/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Shortly after the release of long-time starting center David Andrews, the New England Patriots turned to the draft — and back to the University of Georgia — to draft center Jared Wilson. Regarded by many as the best pure center in the draft, Wilson now is in-line to be Andrews’ long-term replacement in New England.

2 days ago | patspulpit.com | Brian Hines

Eric Canha-Imagn Images Growing up, Kyle Williams always had a dream to play in the NFL. In order to work towards that goal the wide receiver made sure to study some of the top receivers in the league. That included watching now New England Patriots teammate Stefon Diggs. “The NFL has always been my dream. So in order to get there, you have to watch the people that’s been there and done that,” Williams said Friday after day one of rookie minicamp.

3 days ago | patspulpit.com | Bernd Buchmasser

Photo by Leslie Plaza Johnson/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images Even with the NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, there is no shortage of stories coming out of Foxborough. The New England Patriots, after all, are currently holding their three-day rookie minicamp. While minicamp is the main event, there is a lot to talk about that goes beyond it. So, without further ado, let’s dive straight in and put a wrap on this week. Welcome to the latest edition of our Sunday Patriots Notes.