F OXBOROUGH, Mass. -- Paging, Ja'Lynn Polk. The New England Patriots now have two training camp practices in the books, and the second-year wide receiver has been missing in action for both sessions, further creating an uphill climb for the 2024 second-round pick to make the opening 53-man roster.

With both veterans out, that opened the door for second-year cornerback Marcellas Dial Jr. and veteran defensive tackle Jeremiah Pharms Jr. to get top reps on the field. Alex Austin also got an opportunity to work opposite All-Pro cornerback Christian Gonzalez.

The New England Patriots resumed training camp practice on Thursday with some key names missing in action. Carlton Davis III, Austin Hooper, Mack Hollins, Ja'Lynn Polk and Vederian Lowe were non-participants,