FOXBORO — Rex Burkhead is still new to the Patriots roster. But the running back was easily one of the best offensive players on the field yesterday during the second day of minicamp.
Signed as a free agent away from Cincinnati, Burkhead established a strong connection with Tom Brady, catching all five passes from the quarterback during 11-on-11 drills.
And while he may be new, he seems to know the way to answer questions in typical, understated Patriots style.
So to what did he attribute his success with Brady?
“Just making sure I was on my assignments.