The Patriots are not scheduled to hold joint practices with another team this year. It marks the first time since 2011, the year following the lockout, that New England won’t practice with another team, Phil Perry of NBC Sports Boston reports.
Bill Belichick likes working with other teams. Not only does it give him an opportunity to see his players in a competitive situation against another team, but it’s a chance to scout an opponent.
Last season, the Patriots worked with both of their first two preseason opponents, the Texans and Jaguars.
This preseason, New England’s first two preseason games are against Washington and Philadelphia.