New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel addressed his team’s 13-10 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday night, emphasizing the need to move forward despite the disappointing result. The Seahawks completed a comeback after starting quarterback Sam Darnold suffered a hip injury. Three fourth-quarter interceptions thrown by Patriots quarterback Drake Maye proved crucial in the defeat.
Vrabel did not excuse his team’s mistakes but expressed continued confidence in Maye and the rest of the Patriots. “We never accept losing, but we have to embrace moving on,” Vrabel said during his postgame press conference. The Patriots had built a 10-point lead and held Seattle scoreless through the first three quarters, with rookie Eli Raridon scoring the NFL’s first touchdown of the season. Andy Borregales also contributed with a 50-yard field goal.
The game shifted in the fourth quarter as Maye moved away from a patient offensive approach. Seattle capitalized on three interceptions, ultimately securing the win with a 45-yard touchdown by Jaxon Smith-Njigba on fourth-and-1. Vrabel acknowledged these errors while reiterating his support for Maye and stressing the long season ahead. He stated in the official postgame press conference that the team remains confident in their quarterback.
The Patriots now have an extended break before hosting the Pittsburgh Steelers on September 20, allowing Vrabel and his staff time to evaluate the team’s performance and address areas for improvement, including Maye’s decision-making and the defensive breakdown that allowed the game-tying touchdown.
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