FOXBORO – The pads came on and the real competition started on Monday. Day 5 of Patriots training camp was the most exciting as players had their first opportunity to block, hit and tackle each other. This practice saw the first 1-on-1 drills between offensive and defensive players.
With the pads on, a handful of players stuck out. Most notably were Malcolm Butler and DeVante Parker. The two veterans had some of the best battles of the day on Monday.
In the 1-on-1 drills, between receivers and cornerback, Parker beat Butler for a highlight-reel 50-yard touchdown catch.