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Eric Kettani took his turn hitting a blocking sled during one of the Patriots minicamp workouts this week.
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Tom Brady has been at the center of the practices as he heads into his 13th season with the Patriots.
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Julian Edelman went low for this catch in the minicamp, which is the one mandatory offseason session for players.
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Patriots coach Bill Belichick, right, welcomed ex-Cardinals manager Tony LaRussa, center, and Bulls coach Tom Thibodeau to practice.
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Defensive back Devin McCourty, left, needed a water break.
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New Patriots receiver Brandon Lloyd went to his knees for this catch.
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Defensive back Ras-I Dowling, who spent much of last year on injured reserve, participated in the drills.
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Tom Brady tried to get acquainted with a bevy of new receivers during the workouts.
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Rookie defensive back Alfonzo Dennard, left, ran with veteran Devin McCourty.
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Defensive lineman Jamie Richard, left, slammed a blocking pad into offensive lineman Dan Koppen.
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Tom Brady, as usual, drew a large contingent of reporters when he answered questions.
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Bill Belichick oversaw a minicamp that will precede his 13th season as Patriots coach.












