Dave Birkett and Carlos Monarrez share their thoughts after the Lions-Patriots joint practice on Aug. 5, 2019, in Allen Park. Carlos Monarrez and Dave Birkett, Detroit Free Press
The no-frills, put your head down and work attitude of the New England Patriots has rubbed off on defensive end Shilique Calhoun rather quickly.
In his first year with the Patriots after three seasons in Oakland, the former Michigan State football star rapidly learned what it means to be a Patriot, and understands how to conduct himself in The Patriot Way.
"Just doing your job, honestly," Calhoun said after the Detroit Lions-Patriots joint practice Tuesday in Allen Park.