New England Patriots star cornerback Christian Gonzalez showed up to training camp on Friday. Head coach Mike Vrabel spoke out about the situation on Friday, telling reporters, "He is here, and I would expect him to participate. More news: Zach Charbonnet Lands on PUP List, Will Miss Start of Seahawks CampGonzalez was a first-round pick (No. 17 overall) back in 2023, and after a shoulder injury limited his rookie year, he's turned into exactly the type of player New England had hoped for. Having just turned 24 years old in June, he's one of the game's ascending young stars.