The Patriots took it easy Friday. Head coach Mike Vrabel led a 75-minute walkthrough, where players did not run or compete after two days of practicing under a hot sun. In fact, they wore sneakers, ballcaps and bucket hats while pacing through drills.

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel believes that practice makes perfect … or as close as can be, on a football field. Accordingly,

Vrabel’s presence gives Patriots training camp a different feel. Players said that’s also the case. For example, he’s been wearing a pinnie with the No. 5, which belongs to Jabrill Peppers. The veteran safety said he told Vrabel to find a new number.