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Drake Maye’s Shoulder injury: Updates Ahead of Super Bowl LXI
new England Patriots quarterback Drake Maye is dealing with a right shoulder injury as the team prepares for Super Bowl LXI, scheduled for February 9, 2026, against the San Francisco 49ers. The injury has been a topic of discussion throughout the week leading up to the championship game.
Initial Reports and Team Statements
Both the Patriots and their Super Bowl opponent, the San Francisco 49ers, were required to submit initial injury reports on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Maye was listed as “limited” on the Patriots’ report due to the right shoulder issue. This came after the Patriots’ victory in the AFC Championship Game, where Maye noted he was experiencing “bumps