The New England Patriots suffered a 20-point loss to the Houston Texans on Sunday, but there was a silver lining in the performance of new center Ben Brown. Despite only joining the team from the Raiders’ practice squad a few days prior, Brown impressed everyone with his debut performance on Sunday. Mayo highlighted Brown’s contribution to the offensive line, praising his ability to step in and perform exceptionally well after just a few days with the team.
The Patriots’ offensive line has faced criticism this season, especially after allowing 23 sacks in the first six games. However, Brown’s performance on Sunday stood out, as he played in all offensive snaps and did not allow a sack, pressure, or commit a penalty. Mayo commended Brown for his performance and even went on to say Brown was the team’s best lineman on Sunday.
Brown’s impressive debut comes at a critical time for the Patriots, as they recently lost their captain and longtime center David Andrews to a season-ending injury. With Brown now projected to be the team’s starting center moving forward, the Patriots are hopeful for stability in the offensive line. The decision to release Leverett from the team roster further solidifies Brown’s position as a key player for the Patriots moving forward. As the team looks to bounce back from their recent loss, Brown’s performance provides a much-needed boost to the team.
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