Drake Maye relays Mike Vrabel’s message to Patriots ahead of playoff matchup with Texans

Drake Maye relays Mike Vrabel’s message to Patriots ahead of playoff matchup with Texans

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Key Points:

  • Patriots coach Mike Vrabel reminded his team before practice that only eight NFL teams remain in the playoffs, emphasizing the rare opportunity to compete at home during the postseason.
  • Quarterback Drake Maye shared Vrabel’s message, highlighting that most players weren’t practicing at this time last year, except for Milton Williams, a Super Bowl champion with the Eagles.
  • Maye reflected on the Patriots' turnaround from a 4-13 season last year to hosting a divisional playoff game, stressing the importance of appreciating the opportunity and the hard work it took to get there.
  • The message aimed to motivate the team to focus and capitalize on their chance to succeed in the playoffs.