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Patriots projected to bounce back in Week 2 against the Steelers

New England is aiming to recover in Week 2 as they host Pittsburgh at Gillette Stadium on September 20, with projections leaning toward a rebound for the home squad. The Steelers enter the contest with a 1-0 mark following their opening-week triumph over the Falcons, which provided film on Pittsburgh's defensive heat and tactical schemes.

Facing that challenge will be Patriots signal-caller Drake Maye, whom head coach Mike Vrabel opted to sit alongside other first-stringers during the preseason.

Vrabel's roster is poised to receive offensive reinforcements ahead of the showdown, as rusher TreVeyon Henderson and blocker Ben Brown have resumed practice activities alongside adjustments to the reserve unit. J.

J. Watt.