Agholor turned in a couple of highlight-reel, one-handed catches later in practice as he continues to get open consistently during the 11-on-11 work.
Overall, the offense appeared more crisp than what has been the norm.
With the Panthers set to invade Foxborough on Tuesday, here are one man’s observations from Day 12 of Patriots training camp.
*The absentee list grew on Monday following the preseason opener last Thursday night. Rookie Andrew Stueber remains on NFI while Malcolm Butler, Cody Davis, Joejuan Williams, Bill Murray, Justin Herron and Isaiah Wynn weren’t spotted during the practice. Herron and Murray were banged up in the fourth quarter against the Giants, and although both walked off under their own power it’s possible they’re dealing with the aftermath of those injuries. Wynn missed the Giants game and has now been absent for three straight practices. Not good for the projected starter at right tackle.
*The Patriots re-signed defensive back Devin Hafford and he was on the field wearing No. 43. The undrafted rookie out of Tarleton State was briefly with the Patriots earlier this offseason before being released. He saw some reps in the secondary later in practice.
*Yodny Cajuste once again took Wynn’s place at right tackle with the top group. Arlington Hambright, who has received many snaps at both guard spots this summer, saw some reps at left tackle with the second group. He also served as an extra tight end with the first unit in a short-yardage situation.
*Jabrill Peppers saw his most extensive work this summer. He got plenty of reps in 11-on-11 work at safety and was active throughout. He came up with an interception off a deflection late in practice in the red zone.
*Jonathan Jones continues to get looks as an outside cornerback in a group with Jalen Mills. Terrance Mitchell had been a staple alongside Mills earlier in camp but lately it’s been Jones to start many of the team periods. Marcus Jones has worked in the slot often with Jonathan Jones outside.
*There was a lot of work done on kickoffs and kick returns with Ty Montgomery, Marcus Jones and Kyle Dugger serving as returners. Matthew Slater, Jahlani Tavai, Josh Uche, Jonnu Smith and Dugger served as the primary blockers on the kick return unit.
*We’ve written about Brenden Schooler and DaMarcus Mitchell and their special teams work many times this summer. Both were noticeable in that regard in the Giants game, particular during Myles Bryant’s pair of impressive punt returns. Special teams coach Cam Achord spoke before practice and had praise for both rookies.