Overview
- The Patriots announced the six captains on Tuesday: quarterback Drake Maye, tight end Hunter Henry, cornerback Marcus Jones, linebacker Robert Spillane, safety Kevin Byard III and offensive tackle Morgan Moses.
- Kevin Byard and Morgan Moses are the two new additions after Byard signed a one-year deal in March and Moses started at right tackle last season.
- Drake Maye returns as a captain after leading New England to a 14-3 record, an AFC East title and a Super Bowl appearance while finishing second in MVP voting and earning All-Pro honors.
- Harold Landry III will begin the season on the physically unable to perform list and Brenden Schooler is on the non-football injury list, changes that opened spots in the leadership group.
- The selections emphasize quick trust in veteran signees to guide a young roster and signal that coaching and locker-room experience will shape how the Patriots handle on-field roles and lineup leadership this season.