The New England Patriots will take the field for their first preseason game against the Washington Commanders on Friday at

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The New England Patriots competed against the Washington Commanders during a joint practice at Gillette Stadium on Aug. 6.

All that said, it's still a good sign to see Tatum walking without a boot and moving well at the New England Patriots' practice on Wednesday. There also have been videos on social media of Tatum working out in the Celtics' practice facility weight room.

Jayson Tatum was spotted at practice on Wednesday —- just not on a basketball court. The Celtics star made an appearance at the New England Patriots’ joint training camp practice with the Washington Commanders.

Tatum suffered a torn right Achilles tendon on May 12 in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals vs. the New York Knicks, and quickly underwent surgery to repair the tear. That began what's expected to be a lengthy recovery process,