Keep in mind, the practices at OTAs are only a small sample-sized peek at the competition to come at training camp. The players weren't wearing pads, and it wasn't a full-contact session like it will be in July and August.

Patriots are hoping that Will Campbell can prove to be a stalwart at left tackle, and coaches like what they see early on

Here are five standout players from the Patriots' third OTAs practice: Undrafted rookie Efton Chism III is quickly becoming one of the most surprising storylines of the Patriots' offseason. The run of strong performances continued on Monday for the former Eastern Washington standout, who hauled in a perfect 7-of-7 passes thrown in his direction.