The New England Patriots welcomed back Malcolm Butler to Gillette Stadium as the ‘Keeper of the Light’ against the Seattle Seahawks. Meanwhile, rookie receiver Javon Baker, a fourth-round pick, was a healthy scratch in the previous game but is expected to see more playing time as he continues to develop. Patriots receivers coach Tyler Hughes praised Baker’s progress and highlighted the challenges rookies face in the receiving position due to the intricate details involved. Despite some early flashes of talent, Baker still needs to work on consistency in catching the football, a skill that can be improved over time.
There were speculations about Baker’s lack of play time being due to disciplinary reasons, stemming from a parking ticket incident at Logan Airport where he ranted about police. However, Patriots coach Jerod Mayo clarified that Baker’s punishment did not lead to missing a game. Hughes explained that Baker’s inactivity against the Bengals was a strategic decision based on the matchup.
As Baker continues to progress both on and off the field, the Patriots coaching staff remains optimistic about his growth and potential impact on the team as the season progresses. With his talent and work ethic, Baker is expected to see increased opportunities in future games. Stay tuned for more updates on the Patriots’ young receiver as he continues to develop in his rookie season.
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