Mike Vrabel highlights five Patriots players after preseason game
Pats Pulpit • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:23 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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.
- •Vrabel highlighted five players after the Eagles game.
- •Starters rested, allowing depth players to showcase skills.
- •Chism and Dixon performed well as wide receivers.
- •Crownover and Taylor are competing for roster spots.
- •Patriots have practices scheduled before facing the Browns.
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"The Patriots’ head coach pointed out some positive contributors from Saturday’s game.
"The Patriots’ head coach pointed out some positive contributors from Saturday’s game.
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External links- Pats PulpitAug 24, 2026, 2:23 PM5 Patriots players highlighted by Mike Vrabel after Eagles preseason game - Pats Pulpit
The Patriots’ head coach pointed out some positive contributors from Saturday’s game.
- Yahoo SportsAug 24, 2026, 2:23 PM5 Patriots players highlighted by Mike Vrabel after Eagles preseason game
The Patriots’ head coach pointed out some positive contributors from Saturday’s game.
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