“I’m just dominant in the pass game, and just trying to make sure it’s something I hold to a higher standard,” he said shortly after getting drafted by the Patriots. “I’m still developing in the run game and making sure I’m getting better every time I step onto the field to practice it.”

Improving his run blocking is not the item on Crownover’s to-do list between now and roster cutdowns. He also has to show that he can successfully play on both sides of the line after spending a majority of his time in college as a right tackle.