Patriots assess Drake Maye, Eli Raridon ahead of kickoff

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Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Sep 201 min read

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What happened: The New England Patriots are assessing how quarterback Drake Maye will respond against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The team is also evaluating rookie tight end Eli Raridon and cornerback Christian Gonzalez.

Why it matters: These personnel dynamics are central as New England attempts to break a two-game losing streak. The defensive unit is additionally relying on Kevin Byard, who remains a focal point for his interception production.

By the numbers: New England brings a 1-3 record into the scheduled matchup against the 2-2 Steelers and is listed as a. The Patriots have averaged 15.0 points per game while allowing 21.0 defensively.

What to watch: Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. ET. Forecasts indicate rainy conditions with winds around 5-6 mph.

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@MikeReiss Sep 20, 9:50 AM ET

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