Patriots Get Great News Ahead of Super Bowl LX

Quarterback Drake Maye cleared to play after injury concerns

Published on Feb. 7, 2026

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The New England Patriots have received a major boost ahead of Super Bowl LX, with quarterback Drake Maye being removed from the injury report and cleared to play in the big game.

Why it matters

Maye's health has been a major storyline leading up to the Super Bowl, as the young quarterback has been dealing with a nagging injury. His availability is crucial to the Patriots' chances of winning their sixth championship.

The details

After being listed as questionable earlier in the week, the Patriots have announced that Maye has been fully cleared to play in Sunday's Super Bowl against the San Francisco 49ers. This is a significant development, as Maye's injury had raised concerns about his ability to perform at the highest level on the biggest stage.

  • The Patriots released their final injury report on February 7, 2026, two days before Super Bowl LX.

The players

Drake Maye

The starting quarterback for the New England Patriots, who was previously listed as questionable due to an injury.

New England Patriots

The American football team competing in Super Bowl LX.

San Francisco 49ers

The opposing team that the Patriots will face in Super Bowl LX.

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What’s next

The Patriots and 49ers will face off in Super Bowl LX on February 9, 2026, with kickoff scheduled for 6:30 PM EST.

The takeaway

The Patriots' chances of winning their sixth Super Bowl title have been bolstered by the news that quarterback Drake Maye has been cleared to play, providing a significant boost to their offense and overall team morale heading into the big game.