Mike Vrabel highlights five Patriots players after preseason game

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel praised five players for their contributions in a preseason game against the Philadelphia Eagles on August 22, 2026. With the starters rested, depth players had a chance to shine. Vrabel noted the performances of wide receivers Efton Chism and Kyle Dixon, offensive tackle Dametrious Crownover, defensive tackle Leonard Taylor, and cornerback Kindle Vildor. Four of these players are considered to have a possibility of making the final roster ahead of cutdowns next week. The Patriots will practice twice before their upcoming preseason finale against Cleveland on August 27.

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