Patriot fans, tired of four-win teams, want something to root for. With Mike Vrabel at the helm, Josh McDaniels leading the offense, a revamped defense, and Maye getting a legitimate weapon, there’s a renewed sense of optimism. And listening to the crowd Wednesday, it’s not hard to glean where they think the team’s bread is buttered.

Patriots defensive coordinator Terrell Williams is back with the team for training camp after missing OTAs and minicamp because of an undisclosed medical scare.