The New England Patriots kicked off their first day of full pads training camp with a bang on Monday, as several key players made headlines on the field. Among the notable occurrences was some apparent contract drama, an increase in physicality, and the first ejection of training camp so far.

Quarterbacks Jacoby Brissett and Drake Maye showcased contrasting performances, with Brissett impressing with his control of the offense and downfield passes, while Maye struggled to find his footing. Brissett seems to have a lead over the rookie Maye, despite the latter's high potential ceiling.

Wide receiver Tyquan Thornton stood out with an impressive showing in full pads, catching deep passes and displaying his big-play potential. However, tight end Mitchell Wilcox had a rough day, dropping passes and being involved in an interception play.

Rookie offensive linemen Caedan Wallace and Layden Robinson had promising moments, with Wallace holding his own at left tackle and Robinson showing his skills at backup right guard. On the other hand, veteran right tackle Chukwuma Okorafor had an inconsistent outing, struggling against edge defenders and facing penalties.

Edge defender Oshane Ximines shined on the field, showcasing disruptive play with pressures, a sack, and disrupting a run. The day also saw standout performances from players like Josh Uche, Kevin Harris, and Antonio Gibson, as well as some ups and downs for Ja'Lynn Polk and La'Michael Pettway.

The Patriots are set to return to the practice fields on Tuesday for another session at 11 a.m. ET, with doors opening an hour earlier to continue their preparations for the upcoming season.