OTA Blogservations: Offense back to 'normal'

Early impressions of the Patriots offense showed a much more cohesive unit under the direction of Bill O'Brien and a refreshed Mac Jones.Paul Perillo

The Patriots practiced in front of the media for the first time in 2023 on Wednesday, and the workout was more reminiscent of what we've come to expect over the years. Bill O'Brien was back as offensive coordinator, replacing the departed Matt Patricia, and his command was noticeable from the start.

As O'Brien barked out instructions to the offense, there was a nature of efficiency and crispness that permeated the practice fields behind Gillette Stadium, and Mac Jones seemed to welcome the change. While OTAs aren't designed to create much in the…