Ben Brown leaves game as Patriots lead Colts in preseason opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 1:10 AM
Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Ben Brown exited the New England Patriots' preseason opener against the Indianapolis Colts in the first quarter due to injury. Starting at center, Brown sustained the injury following a sack on quarterback Tommy DeVito. He left the game under his own power but needed assistance heading to the medical tent before walking back to the locker room for evaluation. The Patriots currently lead 10-7 at halftime. Undrafted rookie Jacob Rizy took over at center after Brown's departure.
- •Ben Brown suffered an injury in the first quarter.
- •Patriots lead Colts 10-7 at halftime.
- •Jacob Rizy replaced Brown at center.
- •Brown has started four games in the previous season.
- •Brown signed a two-year contract extension last December.
- 1:10 AMYahoo Sports — Ben Brown leaves Patriots preseason opener with injury
"Ben Brown left the game against the Colts in the first quarter.
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