The Patriots took it easy at practice Friday, but that doesn’t mean there wasn’t a lot to learn about their new offense.

Vrabel’s presence gives Patriots training camp a different feel. Players said that’s also the case. For example, he’s been wearing a pinnie with the No. 5, which belongs to Jabrill Peppers. The veteran safety said he told Vrabel to find a new number.

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel believes that practice makes perfect … or as close as can be, on a football field. Accordingly,