Patriots consider roster cuts after loss to Browns in preseason finale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 6:16 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
The New England Patriots face roster decisions following a 37-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns on Thursday. Head coach Mike Vrabel will evaluate training camp and preseason performances as the team prepares to trim the roster to 53 players ahead of the deadline on Sunday at 6:00 p.m. ET. Concerns over depth emerged from the loss, particularly on both the offensive and defensive fronts. The Patriots have several players projected for each position, including standout quarterback Drake Maye and veteran safety Kevin Byard.
- •Patriots lost 37-13 to Browns in preseason finale.
- •Roster cutdown deadline is Sunday at 6:00 p.m. ET.
- •Team lacks depth, prompting urgent evaluations.
- •Key players include quarterback Drake Maye and safety Kevin Byard.
- •Concerns are raised over the edge-rushing unit.
- 6:16 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots 53-man roster projection after ugly preseason finale
"Projecting the Patriots' 53-man roster following Thursday's 37-13 loss to the Browns in the preseason finale.
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