North Carolina Tar Heels coach Bill Belichick is not shy about referring to past greats when showing his new team how to get things done. Belichick revealed in a recent interview that he has shown highlight tapes of past New England Patriots players as a teaching tool for his current players.

When Bill Belichick took over at North Carolina, players expected intensity. What they didn’t expect? Patriots film sessions, NFL-level discipline, and a coach who’s both demanding and surprisingly funny.

Wide receivers Stefon Diggs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins, Kayshon Boutte and Kyle Williams should be considered roster locks, and it feels safe to put undrafted rookie Efton Chism on any roster projections. Baker is still competing with Ja’Lynn Polk and Kendrick Bourne for a roster spot and is the favorite since he’s healthy.

A look at the Patriots players we'll be keeping a close eye on during Saturday's preseason tilt against the Vikings.

Patriots quarterback Drake Maye has a lot on his shoulders, but is determined to be a leader and team captain of the New England Patriots in his second NFL season.

Mike Vrabel shares his bold expectations for New England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye as he enters his second year in the NFL.