How will the Patriots' offense fare against the defense when the pads come on? The first step to finding answers begins on Day 5 of training camp practice. After missing the first four practices, second-year wide receiver Ja'Lynn Polk is on the practice field and in pads.

Patriots training camp kicked up a notch on Monday, as the team put pads on for the first time this summer. One player returned from an injury, while another left the field.

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