The NFL Players Association hosted its annual Rookie Premiere over the weekend, giving a select group of first-year players an opportunity to build some first business relationships since entering the league earlier this offseason. A total of 42 players were invited to this year’s edition, including three members of the New England Patriots.
Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton, running back Pierre Strong, and quarterback Bailey Zappe were among those participating in the event. Thornton was selected in the second round of this year’s draft, while Strong and Zappe came off the board in the fourth.
Whereas other teams such as the Cincinnati Bengals or Minnesota Vikings did not have any players present, the Patriots were tied for the league lead with three rookie participants.