Mike Vrabel considers Caleb Lomu for guard position amid injuries
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 17, 2026, 3:25 PM
Last updated Aug 17, 2026
New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is contemplating a position change for rookie offensive tackle Caleb Lomu, who may play guard due to injuries affecting the team’s depth. Backup guard Andrew Rupcich has been placed on injured reserve, while Ben Brown will miss several weeks with a leg injury. Lomu is currently the backup left tackle behind Will Campbell, but may transition to support the interior line behind Alijah Vera-Tucker and Mike Onwenu. The situation remains fluid as the team prepares for the upcoming season.
- •Caleb Lomu may play guard amid injuries on the offensive line.
- •Andrew Rupcich is on injured reserve with an MCL strain.
- •Ben Brown is expected to miss several weeks with a leg injury.
- •Lomu is currently the backup left tackle behind Will Campbell.
- •The team is looking for solutions before the season starts.
- 3:25 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel open to rookie trying new position with injuries mounting
"Patriots coach Mike Vrabel is considering playing rookie offensive tackle Caleb Lomu at guard amid a wave of injuries at the position.
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