Patriots Injury Report: Did Drake Maye Practice Before Super Bowl 60?
This article was originally published on Total Pro Sports.
As Super Bowl LX approaches on February 8, 2026, all eyes are on Drake Maye, the New England Patriots’ rising star quarterback. With the Patriots set to face the Seattle Seahawks, questions have swirled around Maye’s health. This comes after he appeared on the official injury report due to a shoulder issue and a brief illness. Fans and analysts have wondered: Did Maye practice before the big game, and is he fully ready to lead his team on football’s biggest stage?
Why Maye Landed on the Patriots’ Injury Report
Maye was listed as “questionable” on New England’s Super Bowl injury report following a right shoulder concern and a mild illness during the week leading up to the championship game. The shoulder issue was first noted after the Patriots’ AFC Championship win, where Maye absorbed several hits but continued playing. Shortly afterward, the illness caused him to miss a Friday practice, further fueling speculation.
Did Drake Maye Participate in Super Bowl Week Practices?
The short answer: Yes, with conditions.
Despite being limited at times due to shoulder soreness and illness, Maye did take part in practice sessions during Super Bowl week. Following the missed Friday session, he returned to action, including a full practice ahead of the game. In the practice, he threw as a normal week and confirmed he felt “just fine” afterward.
Josh McDaniels, any concerns that Drake Maye will have limitations with his shoulder injury? “Nope.” pic.twitter.com/224skOiNa2
— Ben Volin (@BenVolin) February 3, 2026
Reports also indicate that, while early in the week he may have been constrained in physical participation, Maye did resume throwing and field preparation. This bolstered confidence that he would be available and effective come game day.
What Maye Has Said About His Shoulder
In interviews during Super Bowl Opening Night, Maye himself addressed the injury speculation head-on. He downplayed worries, stating that his shoulder felt fine following practice and that he was looking forward to additional preparations.
Conclusion: Ready for the Big Stage
Drake Maye’s appearance on the Patriots’ Super Bowl injury report raised understandable questions. However, the available evidence points toward a well-managed and successful recovery process. While he missed one practice due to shoulder soreness and illness, he returned to the field, participated in full practice sessions, and publicly stated that he feels ready for Super Bowl LX.
