How Patriots players reacted to star CB Christian Gonzalez's return
The return of star cornerback Christian Gonzalez drew plenty of excitement from New England Patriots players.
Marcus Jones and Christian Elliss were delighted to see New England Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez return to practice on Monday. Jones stated that Gonzalez's return was a sign of his health and happiness to have him back in the game. Elliss also expressed his happiness in having Gonzalez with the team and mentioned that they often see each other in the building.
Kevin Byard, who shares locker rooms with Gonzalez, saw him briefly in the locker room and was told that he is doing well. Gonzalez's return was particularly exciting for the team, as he is considered one of the best corners in the league. Head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed that Gonzalez participated in various drills, including one-on-ones, two-on-twos, and team periods, while still waiting for a new contract extension.
He emphasized that Gonzalez is a dedicated player who loves football and is focused on contributing to the team's success. However, Vrabel declined to comment on Gonzalez's readiness for Week 1, stating that he would focus on the present and work on getting the entire team ready for the season.
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