First Look at ‘Lean’ Dont’a Hightower at Patriots Practice

Dont’a Hightower joined the New England Patriots and he is already taking part in practice. Patriots fans spotted the star linebacker at mandatory minicamp and yes, everyone noticed that he looks really lean. Why did he lose this much weight?

Reporters attended the session and made some cool photos featuring Patriots players. Some of the photos emphasize Hightower’s leaner figure.

Jim McBride from the Boston Globe discussed Hightower’s debut with the Patriots this year. The linebacker did a nice job at offseason workouts.

“Hightower was a full-go in his return to action; this was his first practice since the 2019 season after he opted out of last season. He appeared a bit leaner (granted, players did not wear pads) and plenty quick as he maneuvered his way around the front seven and helped put his teammates in their proper places.”

Well, we don’t really believe that Hightower has missed a beat while out of the field.

Dont’a Hightower looks good at Patriots practice

The veteran linebacker opted-out of the 2020 NFL season. Eight players made the same decision due to concerns related to the coronavirus pandemic. Hightower returned but a lot of people questioned his commitment to the team and the upcoming season.

Dont’a Hightower made his first appearance of the year. The 31-year-old looked good and was moving well. pic.twitter.com/IiFcXfX6ra

— Alex Barth (@RealAlexBarth) June 10, 2021

When asked if he planned on playing in 2021, he said, “well I wouldn’t be out here doing this for free.”

Dont’a Hightower was at Patriots OTA’s today pic.twitter.com/htt06nOGu4

— 98.5 The Sports Hub (@985TheSportsHub) June 10, 2021

During his first media session, Hightower got fed up with all the retirement questions. Here’s what he said:

There are so many expectations for Hightower and the Patriots defense this year. They will face a huge competition in the NFL this year. The Washington Football Team will meet the Patriots on August 12 in the preseason opener.

This game will be open to the public and there will be no restrictions on fans in attendance.

Reporters are also focused on all the quarterbacks on the field. Cam Newton sustained an injury and other quarterbacks took advantage of his absence. Brian Hoyer looked great and the same applies to Jarrett Stidham and rookie signal-caller Mac Jones.