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Bedard: What to know about the Colts heading into the joint practice, and other Patriots thoughts

The New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts are preparing for a joint practice session, with fans and analysts eager to see how the teams match up.

By · Published August 11, 2026 at 15:26 UTC · Updated August 11, 2026 at 17:24 UTC

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Source diversity sample: 98.5 The Sports Hub · Pats Pulpit · IndyStar · New England Patriots · Yahoo Sports · NBC Sports Boston · Boston Sports Journal.

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The story so far

The New England Patriots and Indianapolis Colts are set to engage in a joint practice session. This event marks a significant milestone in the preseason, offering both teams a chance to refine their strategies and evaluate their rookies in a competitive environment.

The joint practice is scheduled to take place soon, with multiple outlets providing guidance on how to watch or listen to the event. The Patriots are particularly focused on giving their rookies a real taste of the NFL, with analysts identifying under-the-radar players to watch during the session.

The Boston Sports Journal and Pats Pulpit have published primers to help fans understand the key aspects of the joint practice, including what to expect from the Colts. The session is anticipated to provide valuable insights into the readiness of both teams as they approach the regular season.

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The obvious questions

When is the joint practice between the Patriots and Colts?

The joint practice is scheduled to take place soon.

What is the significance of joint practices in the NFL?

Joint practices offer teams a chance to refine their strategies and evaluate their rookies in a competitive environment.

Which outlets are providing guidance on how to watch the joint practice?

The New England Patriots' official site is providing guidance on how to watch or listen to the event.

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NFL New England Patriots Indianapolis Colts Joint Practice Preseason Rookies

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