Rookie first-round draft pick Christian Gonzalez figures to be a key part in the New England Patriots’ secondary.
The former Oregon standout has been turning heads over the course of OTA’s and minicamp. In addition to impressing on the field, he is also learning the ropes of the NFL in real time.
Learning the ropes of the NFL will be important for a player like Gonzalez, who might be thrown into the equation right away. Patriots coach Bill Belichick sat down for an interview with the 33rd Team on Tuesday. He revealed that being a member of the New England organization is more than just showing up on Sundays.