Will Campbell is trying to make sure nobody remembers the last time he played in Seattle.
The New England Patriots offensive lineman had a rough go of it in Super Bowl LX, where the Seahawks pass rush basically lived in the backfield. Campbell, who had a solid rookie season overall, saw his stock take a hit after that game. Some people started whispering about moving him to guard. Others just called the performance what it was: a bad day against a really good defense.
So Campbell went back to work. And he didn’t go alone.
A video surfaced online this week showing Campbell training with Lane Johnson, Dion Dawkins, and Tyler Guyton. That’s three offensive tackles, two of them multiple-time Pro Bowlers, working alongside a second-year Patriot who clearly wants to prove his Super Bowl showing was an exception rather than a trend. Johnson and Dawkins have combined for something like a dozen Pro Bowl appearances between them. If you’re going to learn from somebody, those are the guys.
The Patriots haven’t commented on the workout video. They don’t need to. The visual of Campbell hanging with that group says enough. He’s not hiding. He’s not making excuses. He’s putting in the work with people who know how to win those matchups.
What the Patriots Did This Offseason
New England had a busy few months. They traded for A.J. Brown, bringing in the big-bodied receiver from Philadelphia who can win downfield and after the catch. They also signed Romeo Doubs, the former Packers wideout who gives them another reliable target. The offense needed weapons after the Super Bowl loss showed they couldn’t keep up. The front office clearly agreed.
But here’s the thing about the 2026 season: the schedule is harder. Last year the Patriots caught breaks. This year they won’t. The AFC is stacked. The Seahawks rematch is Week 1, and it’s in Seattle, where the 12th man makes life miserable for visiting offensive linemen. Campbell will get his chance at redemption immediately.
If the training camp clips with Johnson and Dawkins translate to September, the Patriots offensive line could be a strength instead of a question mark. If they don’t, the same questions about Campbell’s future position will come roaring back. That’s the nature of the league. You’re only as good as your last game until you play the next one.
Campbell seems to understand that. He’s putting in the work. We’ll see if it pays off.

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