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Patriots make decision on starting right guard vs. Bills

For a second straight week, the New England Patriots had to find a new starting right guard. It looks like they have found one. Ben Brown, who spent last week’s game in Jacksonville as backup left guard and center, is…

Published: Friday, 2 October 2026 at 10:30 PM
Patriots make decision on starting right guard vs. Bills
Key Things to Know
  • Ben Brown is slated to start at right guard for the New England Patriots against the Buffalo Bills.
  • Brown will be New England's third different starting right guard across the first four games.
  • Previous starters Mike Onwenu and Greg Van Roten have both been placed on injured reserve.
The Story in 60 Seconds

New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel announced that Ben Brown is expected to start at right guard in Sunday's Week 4 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. Brown will become the team's third different starting right guard in just four games this season following an open competition in practice.

The position opened up after original starter Mike Onwenu and veteran replacement Greg Van Roten both suffered injuries and were placed on injured reserve. Brown won the job over Walter Rouse, who struggled in Week 3, and recent signing Matt Pryor.

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