Patriots to make A.J. Brown roster move amid high ankle sprain
This roster move is a major blow to the Patriots right at the start of the year.
The 2026 New England Patriots season has started off poorly for the team. They suffered a 13-10 defeat against the Seattle Seahawks, with backup quarterback Drake Maye making errors by throwing three crucial interceptions. The most concerning issue has been the injury to wide receiver A.J. Brown. While the extent of his injury, a high ankle sprain, has not been confirmed as season-ending, it is known that he will be sidelined for an extended period.
According to ESPN's Adam Schefter, the Patriots have decided to place Brown on injured reserve, which means he will miss at least four games. This places Brown, a significant offseason addition, on the sidelines until at least mid-October. The earliest Brown could return is in Week 6, when the Patriots face the New York Jets on October 18.
Brown will be absent for Weeks 2, 3, 4, and 5, leaving the Patriots to depend on players such as Mack Hollins, Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, and Kyle Williams during his absence.
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