The Patriots’ Week 2 victory over the Miami Dolphins didn’t just highlight the progress of second-year quarterback Drake Maye -- it also served as a coming-out party for rookie left guard Jared Wilson.
Tasked with facing a talented Dolphins defensive front, Wilson rose to the occasion, delivering a dominant outing in pass protection. Across 33 pass-blocking snaps, he allowed zero pressures, sacks, or hurries, a rare feat for any lineman, let alone a first-year player adjusting to the NFL’s speed and complexity within its front.
New England’s front office, now fully aligned with head coach Mike Vrabel’s vision, made it clear this offseason that the focus would be on strengthening the trenches.