Best of Thursday at NFL training camps: Newton's big day, Ravens' soccer drills, more
On Thursday, quarterback battles heated up and rookies made highlight-reel plays. Check out the notable quotes, news and insights from around NFL camps.
2021 Season
2021 Schedule
- 8/12
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h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 9/26
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 10/3
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h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 10/17
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- 10/31
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h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 11/14
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 11/18
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 11/28
h:mm a z, US/Eastern - 12/6
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- 12/26h:mm a z, US/Eastern
- 1/2
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Belichick: Pats QB Stidham to miss a 'little time'
New England Patriots quarterback Jarrett Stidham "will miss a little time" due to an injury, coach Bill Belichick said Thursday.
Ninkovich wonders why Gilmore isn't a 99 (0:47)
Newton makes a Pats fan's day with a gift (0:39)
Saturday put onus on Pats' offense to produce this season (0:46)
Patriots' 53-man roster projection puts faith in Mac Jones' development
The first-round quarterback appears to be a quick study, which could have an impact on decisions at every other position on a deep Patriots team.
Rodgers nearing a return to Green Bay for now...
On this edition of NFL Live Adam Schefter breaks the news that Aaron Rodgers may be nearing a new deal with Green Bay and could report to camp on Tuesday. All the latest updates on the Packers future and more.
Why it's only 'a matter of time' before Mac Jones is starting for Pats (0:54)
Who really won these recent NFL trades? Barnwell reevaluates 18, from OBJ to Mack
Let's take a step back and evaluate the biggest player and pick swaps from the 2018 and 2019 seasons.
Tom Brady takes to social media to show off all his Super Bowl rings...again
In what seems like a rite of summer, Brady got a Super Bowl ring and showed off a picture of all seven of his rings.
Sources: Vikings asst. out after refusing vaccine
After refusing to receive a vaccine for COVID-19, Rick Dennison is out as a Vikings assistant coach, sources told ESPN. Patriots assistant Cole Popovich also won't be with his team in 2021 in a decision related to the vaccine, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Source: Pats star CB Gilmore reports to camp
Gilmore, who suffered a partially torn quad in December, was placed on the PUP list after reporting to camp on Thursday.
NFL Live; Cowboys and Steelers begin Training Camp
Training camp officially begins. We talk Cowboys and Steelers. Also hear the latest on the NFL's COVID-19 protocols and how it can affect wins and losses in 2021
Ranking the NFL's second-year breakout candidates: 15 players who could become stars
Which Class of 2020 players could level up after an inconsistent rookie season? Pro Football Focus picks the top candidates.
Let's stack offensive arsenals for all 32 NFL teams: Can any team top Tom Brady's weapons?
We ranked every team's skill-position talent -- not including quarterbacks -- from worst to best. Where do the Super Bowl champs land?
Why Bucs-Pats is the most anticipated game of the regular season (1:13)
Is there more fuel being added to the fire already as Tom Brady prepares for his return to New England in week 4?
On this edition of NFL Live the crew discusses Matt Stafford and the Rams potential Super Bowl chances, training camps opening this week for Tampa, Dallas and Pittsburgh, can the Bucs repeat? And are the patriots poised to spoil Tom Brady's return game to Gillette Stadium, members of the NE defense are all business going into that matchup.
NFL Future Power Rankings: Projections for all 32 teams for the next three seasons
Which NFL teams are set up the best from now through the 2023 season? We use a weighted set of rankings to project the future.
Patriots QB Cam Newton joins the show to weigh in on the drafting of Mac Jones, his health and much more
Patriots QB Cam Newton joins the show to discuss his time with the the Patriots, how his body feels physically, his thoughts about his performance on the team and much, much more. Plus, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter joins to talk about where Green Bay and Aaron Rodgers are with finding a solution.
Cam views '21 season as 'put up or shut up' time
Acknowledging that actions will speak louder than his words, New England Patriots quarterback Cam Newton said Thursday that he views the 2021 season as "put up or shut up" time.
The top 10 tight ends for 2021: Who NFL execs believe is best
The dynamic duo stays up top in our poll again this season. But a wave of young talent is pushing to break their hold.
Cam Newton: It's 'put up or shut up' time for me (2:31)
Brady drops dimes with a Patriots flavor to kids in Montana (0:30)
Ex-Ark. DL Bequette making bid for Senate seat
Former Arkansas defensive lineman Jake Bequette is challenging Arkansas Sen. John Boozman in next year's Republican primary.
Ranking the NFL's top 10 cornerbacks: Why Jalen Ramsey stands alone
After polling more than 50 GMs, coaches, scouts and players, here are the top cornerbacks, with the Rams star a solid cut above the rest.
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2020 AFC East Standings
| TEAM | W | L | T | PCT | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo | 13 | 3 | 0 | .813 | 501 | 375 |
| Miami | 10 | 6 | 0 | .625 | 404 | 338 |
| New England | 7 | 9 | 0 | .438 | 326 | 353 |
| New York | 2 | 14 | 0 | .125 | 243 | 457 |
Team Stats
Passing Yards180.630th
Rushing Yards146.64th
Points For20.427th
Points Against22.126th
2021 Draft Picks
| RD(PK) | PLAYER | POS | SCHOOL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1(15) | Mac Jones | QB | Alabama |
| 2(6) | Christian Barmore | DT | Alabama |
| 3(33) | Ronnie Perkins | DE | Oklahoma |
| 4(15) | Rhamondre Stevenson | RB | Oklahoma |
| 5(33) | Cameron McGrone | ILB | Michigan |
| 6(4) | Joshuah Bledsoe | S | Missouri |
| 6(13) | William Sherman | OT | Colorado |
| 7(15) | Tre Nixon | WR | UCF |