Patriots announce first date of 2018 training camp

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So close, yet so far away.

We will officially have our first glimpse into the New England Patriots’ 2018 NFL season when the team’s training camp kicks off on Thursday, July 26th.

The team announced yesterday that the first public practice was just five weeks away.


The NFL also announced on Thursday that the Patriots’ rookies will report on July 22, while veterans will report on July 25.

The practices are free to the public and will take place on the fields behind Gillette Stadium. Stay tuned to the team’s website for more details as time gets closer.

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