6 performances of note from the first Patriots-Eagles joint practice

On Wednesday, the New England Patriots and Philadelphia Eagles held their first joint practice, drawing thousands of spectators to Gillette Stadium. The two-hour session featured several notable performances for both teams.

Quarterback Drake Maye was the clear standout for the Eagles, going 4-for-6 in 7-on-7 and 16-of-19 in 11-on-11 passing drills. He showcased his ability to maneuver through the pocket and hit deep throws to his top targets, A.J. Brown, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, and Kayshon Boutte.

Receiver A.J. Brown, who was recently traded to New England, proved his worth once again during the practice. He finished with seven receptions, including four during the 11-on-11 drills, and made crucial connections with Maye on downfield passes and slants.

The Patriots' offensive line held their own against the Eagles' formidable defensive line. Left tackle Will Campbell and center Alijah Vera-Tucker provided a solid foundation for running back Rhamondre Stevenson. However, the Eagles' run defense showed some weaknesses, allowing Saquon Barkley to find significant gaps multiple times.

Defensive tackle Milton Williams, another ex-Eagle, had a strong day as well. He disrupted the Patriots' run defense and forced a fumble from Pro Bowl guard Landon Dickerson. Safety Craig Woodson was a key contributor for the Patriots' secondary, recording two interceptions and a sack, signaling his potential as the starter alongside veteran Kevin Byard.

Cornerbacks Marcus Jones and Kindle Vildor, along with safety John Saunders Jr., also had productive plays, each picking off a pass. Redundantly, Sanders Jr. continued his impressive summer, recording three interceptions against another team in three days.

Patriots kicker Andy Borregales had a mixed day, missing his first attempt but making his next six, including three 52-yard field goals and one 57-yarder. His performance under pressure was particularly notable.

Other players to watch include Lan Larison, DeMario Douglas, and Kyle Williams, who all performed well in various roles. Conversely, Hassan Haskins dropped a fumble, and Kayshon Boutte tipped a pass that resulted in an interception. Will Campbell had a mixed performance, with both strong and shaky moments.

The two teams will return to practice on Thursday for the final open session of the Patriots' training camp, scheduled to begin at 10:15 a.m. ET.