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‘Getting back to your original ways of movement’: New Patriots WR explains why he often goes barefoot

Related Topics: Mack Hollins, Josh McDaniels

New Patriots wide receiver Mack Hollins isn’t afraid to be himself.

Whether he’s walking outside barefoot or showing up to games wearing wacky costumes, he’s not shy about making a statement.

Hollins, who agreed to a two-year contract with New England earlier this week, arrived barefoot for his introductory press conference with the media on Friday. This isn’t rare for him — it’s actually the norm for him.

Naturally, reporters asked Hollins why he chooses to do this.

“It started about six or seven years ago. … Met some trainers called Melbourne Muscular Therapy out in Australia.