The New England Patriots defense has looked solid in their first week of training camp practices, but the absence of Stephon Gilmore on the field still has many wondering what their ceiling could be.
Gilmore was placed on PUP prior to the start of camp, as he recovers from the torn quad that ended his 2020 season. Many have also speculated that he is holding out for a new contract, and both he and the team are using PUP to avoid fining the cornerback for missed practices.
Despite the team’s potential monetary disagreement, the former Defensive Player of the Year has been around and is still helping out his teammates, according to cornerback coach Mike Pellegrino.