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The New Orleans Saints’ Day 6 training camp focused on situational football, specifically practicing 2-minute drill scenarios with Tyler Shough leading drills in Metairie as the team works on late-game execution.
In the fifth padded practice, the Patriots staged end-of-half and two-minute sequences with Drake Maye connecting to Mack Hollins and Kayshon Boutte, A.J. Brown returning from a thumb issue and contributing, and kicker Andy Borregales continuing a strong camp (5-for-5 in the session and 28-of-30 overall). Dre’Mont Jones and Elijah Ponder applied edge pressure while rookie Gabe Jacas earned more reps as the team managed veterans and welcomed back Kyle Williams.
At Saint Vincent College in Latrobe, the opening padded practice focused on ramping up with energy and tempo over heavy contact in a 105-minute session, as coach Mike McCarthy described a staged build toward full camp work. The day featured a two-minute drill with Aaron Rodgers directing a red-zone drive that ended with an end-zone interception by Patrick Queen, followed by Will Howard’s series with mixed results. McCarthy said Thursday through Saturday will mark the true training-camp practice with longer pads and more run-game and one-on-one work, continuing the push to increase reps and intensity.
Chicago Bears coach Ben Johnson is prioritizing a sharper end-of-half, two-minute offense after last season's struggles, using training-camp drills that produced an 8-play, 61-yard touchdown drive led by Caleb Williams (6-for-7, 55 yards) with a key Loveland catch. Johnson says there are concrete ideas to improve end-of-half execution to steal possessions and carry momentum into halftime, addressing a historical gap where the team excelled late but lagged before halftime.
Steelers open veteran minicamp with full participation as coach Mike McCarthy emphasizes installing all phases and treating Tuesday like an in-season Thursday. The practice features situational work and three two-minute drills led by Mason Rudolph, Will Howard, and Drew Allar, while Aaron Rodgers watches and adds value to the quarterback room. Officials, led by Referee Ron Torbert, will be on hand to add realism, and special teams coach Derius Swinton II is no longer on staff as the team continues hiring. The goal is to complete installations and give players a clear sense of the regular-season rhythm.
Caleb Williams, the Chicago Bears quarterback, excels in the high-pressure two-minute drill, showcasing his competitiveness, agility, and instinctive playmaking, which are highly valued in close game situations, despite some mistakes that are expected to be corrected.
The Pittsburgh Steelers' training camp featured a lively Friday night practice at Latrobe, highlighted by a large crowd, positive team expectations, and notable moments including Aaron Rodgers' first camp appearance and a challenging two-minute drill that the team aims to improve before the regular season.
The Cleveland Browns' Day 6 training camp focused on situational offense, including two-minute drills, with notable performances from quarterbacks Joe Flacco and Dillon Gabriel, developing pass-catching chemistry, and strong defensive plays, as they prepare for the upcoming preseason game against the Panthers.
Jordan Love has shown a firm command of Matt LaFleur's playbook during OTAs and has a little gunslinger to him, but the key is knowing when to take chances. Love's biggest learning curve will be leading an NFL team both on the field and in the locker room. The Packers are still sorting out their safety position, but the competition could bring out the best in reserve players. The battle for starting center is ongoing, with Josh Myers remaining the favorite. The Packers are trying something new with their defensive front line, hoping to build a dependable D-line.