Mike Vrabel discusses Drake Maye's status ahead of preseason finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 4:27 AM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel addressed the status of quarterback Drake Maye and other starters for the team's preseason finale against the Cleveland Browns. Maye has not played in the first two preseason games, leading to speculation on whether he would see action in the last game. Vrabel emphasized the importance of keeping key players healthy, noting that Maye had valuable practice reps against the Philadelphia Eagles. The coach has not yet decided if Maye will play in the upcoming game, which will take place this Thursday night.
- •Drake Maye has not played in the first two preseason games.
- •Mike Vrabel highlighted the importance of keeping key players healthy.
- •Patriots conduct joint practices with Colts and Eagles before the finale.
- •The preseason game against the Browns is scheduled for Thursday night.
- •The regular season opener against the Seahawks is on September 9.
- 4:27 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel addresses Drake Maye, starters’ preseason finale status
"Patriots coach Mike Vrabel was asked if he had a plan in place for Drake Maye and the other starters for the preseason finale.
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