Patriots Trade Grade: Why the $80M Romeo Doubs Deal Fails to Solve the Drake Maye Equation

FOXBOROUGH — The New England Patriots didn’t just spend money in Week 1 of the 2026 NFL season; they hedged their bets. Just weeks after a 29-13 loss to the Seattle Seahawks in Super Bowl LX, Mike Vrabel and the front office signaled a roster overhaul that prioritizes grit over explosiveness.

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