Mike Vrabel praises Drake Maye after Patriots' close loss to Bears
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 23, 2026, 4:13 AM
Last updated Oct 23, 2026
The New England Patriots lost to the Chicago Bears 30-24 on October 22, 2026. Coach Mike Vrabel commended quarterback Drake Maye for his resilience after an early interception, noting Maye's ability to recover and contribute meaningfully. Despite struggling with his passing, Maye led all rushers with 26 yards and a touchdown. The Patriots are scheduled to face the Miami Dolphins on November 1, giving Maye time to regroup after this performance.
- •Patriots lost to Bears 30-24 on October 22, 2026.
- •Drake Maye recovered from an early interception during the game.
- •Maye led the team with 26 rushing yards and a touchdown.
- •New England will play the Dolphins on November 1.
- 4:34 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel makes strong statement on Drake Maye after loss to Bears
- 4:13 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel Credits Drake Maye After Patriots’ Loss to Bears: ‘He Gave Us A Chance’
"Patriots coach Mike Vrabel thought quarterback Drake Maye gave the team a chance to win a tough football game against the Bears.
"Mike Vrabel appreciated Drake Maye’s recovery following an early interception against the Bears.
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External links- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 4:34 AMMike Vrabel makes strong statement on Drake Maye after loss to Bears
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel thought quarterback Drake Maye gave the team a chance to win a tough football game against the Bears.
- Yahoo SportsOct 23, 2026, 4:13 AMMike Vrabel Credits Drake Maye After Patriots’ Loss to Bears: ‘He Gave Us A Chance’
Mike Vrabel appreciated Drake Maye’s recovery following an early interception against the Bears.
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