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Patriots to Design Plays for Rookie Kyle Williams

8/8/2026

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Summary

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Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said the team will find ways to give rookie Kyle Williams the ball.
Williams, a 2025 third-round pick, recorded 10 catches for 209 yards and three touchdowns.
Vrabel, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and receivers coach Todd Downing will design schemes to exploit his speed.
Will Campbell should be ready after the weekend while Carlton Davis remains out until next week.

History

Historical Context

In 2001 the Patriots, under Bill Belichick, turned a 1-3 start into an 11-5 season and won Super Bowl XXXVI, launching Tom Brady’s career after he started the final 14 games (11-3 as starter). That “fast-track rookie” model now guides coach Mike Vrabel and OC Josh McDaniels as they design plays for rookie receiver Kyle Williams, echoing the franchise’s long-standing emphasis on early talent integration.

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Story summary

Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel said the team will find ways to give rookie Kyle Williams the ball.
Williams, a 2025 third-round pick, recorded 10 catches for 209 yards and three touchdowns.
Vrabel, offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels and receivers coach Todd Downing will design schemes to exploit his speed.
Will Campbell should be ready after the weekend while Carlton Davis remains out until next week.

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