The Patriots coaches and players gathered for one of the many many many offseason practices. They are called Optional Team Activities, or OTAs. They are optional in name only. If you are a rookie hoping to make the team... you better be there. If you are a veteran fighting to keep your job... you better be there. If you are a superstar trying to avoid media speculation about your contract, injury status, or latest hairstyle... you better be there.
It's the NFL, the place where your jobs and money aren't guaranteed. There is no "optional." Just like in real life.
It's just about two months before training camp opens. The OTAs give the new players a chance to meet the veterans and get with the program. It's a chance to see who is in shape ... and who isn't. And it's a chance for coach and quarterback to get a little quality time together. It's always good to see Brady and Belichick on the field together. We won't get to see it that much longer. Belichick already has his hoodie sleeves hacked off at the elbow. He's ready to go.
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