Patriots' biggest preseason dud was more obvious than fans will admit

"Mike Vrabel's first preseason as head coach of the New England Patriots was a success. Was it a resounding success? That's probably going too far. The team's lack of roster depth was exposed during a brutal preseason finale against the New York Giants. Still, there's plenty for fans to be excited about - like rookies Will Campbell, TreVeyon Henderson, and Efton Chism III - and the team left the home crowd at Gillette Stadium buzzing"

"It was a sneaky poor showing from the promising second-year signal-caller. He completed 58.3% of his passes in brief appearances during the first two exhibitions with no passing touchdowns. Maye did rush for a score in the opener against Washington, but also had a brutal fumble as well. Against Minnesota, the UNC product had a couple of high throws, including one that should've been intercepted."

Mike Vrabel's first preseason as New England Patriots head coach produced mixed results. The team recorded an eye-opening blowout win over the Washington Commanders and showcased promising rookies Will Campbell, TreVeyon Henderson, and Efton Chism III. The preseason finale against the New York Giants exposed a lack of roster depth. More than 40% of the roster has turned over since Vrabel's arrival and further changes are expected. Drake Maye delivered a disappointing preseason performance, completing 58.3% of passes with no passing touchdowns, a fumble and several high throws that nearly resulted in interceptions.

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