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ArticleMike Vrabel is protecting key starters in preseason due to depth concernsAugust 23, 2026

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Patriots coach Mike Vrabel has kept quarterback Drake Maye and other key starters out of the first two preseason games. He'll apparently do the same in the final game, on Thursday at the Browns.

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Maye being rested in preseason due to Patriots depth concerns.

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel has kept Drake Maye out of the first two preseason games and will apparently do the same in the final game on Thursday at the Browns, citing depth concerns and a preference to keep best players available rather than risk injury in preseason.