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Patriots Play Caleb Lomu At Left Tackle; Should Will Campbell Be Worried
TL;DR
The New England Patriots played rookie Caleb Lomu at left tackle during minicamp, raising questions about Will Campbell's position. Lomu, drafted in the first round, is expected to transition to right tackle eventually.
Key points
- Caleb Lomu was drafted in the first round by the Patriots
- Lomu played left tackle during rookie minicamp
- Will Campbell has been noted as the left tackle
- Lomu is expected to transition to right tackle eventually
- Concerns arise about Campbell's starting position
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The New England Patriots drafted Caleb Lomu in the first round of the NFL Draft, and played him at left tackle on Saturday during rookie minicamp, per MassLive's Mark Daniels.
All offseason, the Patriots have noted that Will Campbell is their left tackle. Lomu is expected to take over at right tackle eventually, so why are the Patriots playing him at left tackle? Should Campbell be worried about losing his spot?
Well, Lomu spent most of his time at Utah playing left tackle. He is most comfortable there, so it makes sense that the Patriots have him there to start the rookie minicamp. His role this season will likely be as a backup tackle, capable of playing both sides. The more important side of the line is the left side, so the Patriots may want to ease him in by having him play a familiar position, while also ensuring he is ready to fill the important role at the NFL level when needed.
Lomu has noted that he is open to playing either tackle position, knowing that his future with the Patriots is likely at right tackle.
"I feel comfortable at left but also been working out right these past couple of months, so I feel just as good on the right side as well,” Lomu said during his introductory press conference. “So, either tackle position, I’m happy to play and feel comfortable playing.”
Q&A
Why did the Patriots play Caleb Lomu at left tackle?
The Patriots played Caleb Lomu at left tackle during rookie minicamp to evaluate his performance, despite plans for him to eventually move to right tackle.
Should Will Campbell be concerned about his starting position?
Yes, Will Campbell should be concerned as the Patriots' decision to play Lomu at left tackle indicates competition for his starting role.
What are the Patriots' plans for Caleb Lomu's position?
The Patriots plan for Caleb Lomu to eventually take over the right tackle position, but his current play at left tackle raises questions about the team's strategy.