Patriots sit starters in preseason finale against Browns
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 1:31 PM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The New England Patriots concluded their preseason with a 37-13 loss to the Cleveland Browns on August 22, 2026., starters including quarterback Drake Maye did not take the field, as head coach Mike Vrabel sought to preserve health for the upcoming regular season. The Patriots ended their preseason with a record of 1-1-1. The team's available players struggled against the Browns' backups, raising concerns about performance as roster cuts approach.
- •Patriots finish preseason with a 1-1-1 record.
- •Starters, including Drake Maye, did not play against the Browns.
- •Hassan Haskins led the Patriots in rushing with 38 yards.
- •Head coach Mike Vrabel emphasized preparation ahead of the regular season.
- •Concerns arise about backup performances as roster cuts loom.
- 1:31 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots vs. Browns snap counts: Starters sit out third straight preseason game
"Notes and thoughts on the Patriots’ snap counts from their 37-13 loss to the Browns.
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