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Ruled out for Sunday
Fri, Sep 18, 2026, 8:43 PM
Crownover (knee) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Analysis: Crownover missed all three practice sessions in Week 2 with a new knee injury. The rookie sixth-rounder will leave the Patriots thin on the offensive line as they head into a matchup with a Steelers defense that held the Falcons to 13 points in Week 1. |
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Tagged as questionable Week 2
Fri, Sep 18, 2026, 7:16 PM
Jones (foot) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Steelers.
Analysis: Jones was a limited participant in all three practice sessions due to a foot injury, which he may have picked up during the Patriots' Week 1 loss to the Seahawks, when he logged two tackles (one solo), including 1.0 sacks. Rookies Gabe Jacas and Quintayvious Hutchins would both operate in elevated roles at the edge rusher position if Jones is not cleared to play against Pittsburgh. |
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Questionable for Week 2
Fri, Sep 18, 2026, 5:11 PM
Davis (neck) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Steelers, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Analysis: Davis played on all but one of the Patriots' defensive snaps in the 13-10 loss to the Seahawks in Week 1. However, he hasn't practiced all week due to a neck injury, casting doubt about his availability against Pittsburgh. If Davis can't suit up in Week 2, Charles Woods, Karon Prunty and Channing Canada could each see more action. |
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Practices in full
Thu, Sep 17, 2026, 6:50 PM
Spillane (knee) was a full participant in practice Thursday.
Analysis: The inside linebacker was limited during Wednesday's session. Spillane played on all 50 defensive snaps and led the Patriots in tackles during the team's Week 1 loss to the Seahawks. He's trending in the right direction ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Steelers. |
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TreVeyon Henderson TreVeyon Henderson Says he's ready to go
Thu, Sep 17, 2026, 12:50 PM
Henderson (ankle) said Thursday that he's ready to go for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Analysis: Henderson sat out the Patriots' Week 1 loss to the Seahawks but has been practicing without limitations ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Steelers. Rhamondre Stevenson handled 23 touches in Henderson's absence last week, but they figure to shift into a near-even split, leaving few, if any, touches for third-stringer Corey Kiner. |
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Kyle Williams Kyle Williams Expected to be more involved Week 2
Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 7:44 PM
Williams is expected to see more playing time Week 2 versus the Steelers, Jeremy Fowler and Dan Graziano of ESPN.com report.
Analysis: Williams didn't garner a target over 11 offensive snaps in the team's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks in Week 1. Now with A.J. Brown (ankle) on injured reserve, the second-year wide receiver has a clear path to more opportunities against Pittsburgh on Sunday. Williams caught 10 of 21 targets for 209 yards and three touchdowns over 17 regular-season contests with New England last season. |
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DNP Wednesday
Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 6:35 PM
Davis (neck) did not participate in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Davis missed just one defensive snap of the Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seahawks last Wednesday, playing the other 49 and logging three tackles (two solo). The cornerback is dealing with a neck injury, and if he cannot upgrade to at least limited practice participation by Thursday, he will likely miss next Sunday's game against the Steelers. |
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Limited in practice Wednesday
Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 6:31 PM
Spillane (knee) was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: Spillane likely suffered his knee injury during last Wednesday's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks. The Patriots' starting linebacker finished the night with eight tackles (seven solo). Spillane played all 50 of the team's defensive snaps in the contest, meaning he either played through the issue or suffered it during Wednesday's session. |
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TreVeyon Henderson TreVeyon Henderson Full practice Wednesday
Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 3:47 PM
Henderson (ankle) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Analysis: This is a big development for Henderson after his ankle injury kept him out of the season opener. He was a full-go in Wednesday's session, which bodes well for him making his 2026 debut Sunday against the Steelers. The Patriots struggled to run the ball in his absence against the Seahawks, recording just 3.9 yards per carry as a team. Rhamondre Stevenson and Corey Kiner mustered just 62 yards on 24 carries. |
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TreVeyon Henderson TreVeyon Henderson More practice reps on tap
Wed, Sep 16, 2026, 12:20 PM
Head coach Mike Vrabel said Henderson (ankle) will "do some more" at Wednesday's practice, Mark Daniels of MassLive.com reports.
Analysis: Prior to sitting out the Patriots' Week 1 loss at Seattle, Henderson had been sidelined from practice since Aug. 24. The team held an unofficial session Monday, for which Henderson's activity level wasn't divulged, so how he's listed Wednesday may provide insight into his odds to suit up Sunday against the Steelers. |
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TreVeyon Henderson TreVeyon Henderson Returning to practice Monday
Mon, Sep 14, 2026, 11:07 AM
Coach Mike Vrabel said Henderson (ankle) will practice Monday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Henderson missed practice all last week leading up to Wednesday's season-opening loss to the Seahawks, but he's now had an additional four days to recover and appears to have a good chance to make his 2026 debut Sunday against the Steelers. Rhamondre Stevenson slogged his way to 2.8 yards per carry in Week 1 against Seattle, while Corey Kiner filled in as the RB2 and rushed for 11 yards on six carries. |
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A.J. Brown A.J. Brown Likely in line for six-week absence
Sun, Sep 13, 2026, 8:52 AM
Brown, who was officially placed on injured reserve Saturday, is expected to miss about six weeks due to a right high-ankle sprain, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Analysis: The Patriots deactivated Brown just three days after he sustained the injury in the third quarter of Wednesday's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks. Though recovery timelines for high-ankle sprains often range from 4-to-6 weeks, the Patriots quickly determined that Brown's injury is "a little more serious," which likely takes a return from IR in Week 6 when first eligible off the table. While their No. 1 wideout is sidelined until early November, the Patriots will have to lean more heavily on Romeo Doubs, DeMario Douglas, Mack Hollins and Kyle Williams as their primary receivers. |
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Signs with New England
Sat, Sep 12, 2026, 3:56 PM
The Patriots signed Jones to a contract Saturday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Analysis: Jones will provide the Patriots with another big space eater in the middle of the defense after the team struggled to defend the run in last Wednesday's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks. Jones will likely share snaps with fellow nose tackle Cory Durden until he grows more accustomed to the Patriots' defense. The team placed A.J. Brown on injured reserve in a corresponding move. |
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A.J. Brown A.J. Brown Heading to IR
Fri, Sep 11, 2026, 11:51 AM
The Patriots are placing Brown (ankle) on injured reserve, ESPN's Adam Schefter reports.
Analysis: It apparently took less than 48 hours for the Patriots to decide that Brown will be out for at least four games. The earliest he can return is Week 6, but the quick move to IR suggests he may not be ready by then. Romeo Doubs, Mack Hollins and DeMario Douglas took most of the WR snaps after Brown suffered a high-ankle sprain in Wednesday's loss at Seattle. |
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Breaks up two passes in loss
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 8:40 PM
Gonzalez recorded two solo tackles and two pass breakups in Wednesday's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: On the same week that he became the highest-paid cornerback in NFL history with a four-year, $135-million extension, Gonzalez showed how he earned that status, allowing just two catches for nine yards across the five passes on which he was targeted. Unfortunately for fantasy owners, the 24-year-old's ability to cover might also limit his chances to put stats on the board, as evidenced by his line Wednesday night. The 2023 first-round pick has just three interceptions across his first 35 career regular-season games. |
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Registers five stops Wednesday
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 8:34 PM
Byard posted five tackles (two solo) in a loss to the Seahawks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Byard tied for second on New England in stops behind Robert Spillane (eight). Byard joined the Patriots in March after two seasons in Chicago. He saw his tackle total dip considerably last year to 93 over 17 regular-season games but balanced that with seven pickoffs, the second-highest total of his career. Byard was on the field for all 50 of the Patriots' defensive snaps Wednesday and should have a near-every-down role throughout the campaign. |
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Makes five tackles Wednesday
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 8:27 PM
Woodson recorded five tackles (five solo) during Wednesday's 13-10 loss at Seattle.
Analysis: Woodson's five tackles in Week 1 were good enough to tie for the second-highest total on the team in a game where the Seahawks only ran 50 plays on offense. Woodson was on the field for all of those, and he should play a similar role in Week 2 versus the Steelers. |
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Leads team in tackles
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 8:26 PM
Spillane finished with eight tackles (seven solo) in New England's 13-10 loss to Seattle on Wednesday night.
Analysis: The inside linebacker was active during a strong defensive effort by the Patriots in their season opener. Spillane recorded 97 tackles (48 solo), including 1.0 sacks, five pass breakups, including two interceptions, and a forced fumble across 13 regular-season games a year ago. He should be able to continue to accumulate numbers in the center of New England's defense this season. |
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Corey Kiner Corey Kiner Six carries in defeat
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 7:33 PM
Kiner turned six carries into 11 yards during Wednesday night's 13-10 loss to the Seahawks.
Analysis: Kiner operated as the Patriots' No. 2 running back behind starter Rhamondre Stevenson with TreVeyon Henderson (ankle) unavailable. Kiner was on the field for eight of the team's 71 total offensive snaps, with Stevenson (60) handling the lion's share. If Henderson is sidelined again in Week 2, Kiner will likely operate in a similar role against the Steelers. |
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Kyle Williams Kyle Williams Not targeted in Week 1
Thu, Sep 10, 2026, 7:22 PM
Williams wasn't targeted in the Patriots' 13-10 loss to the Seahawks on Monday night.
Analysis: Williams played 12 of 71 offensive snaps and ran just seven routes on 36 dropbacks by Drake Maye. He played another four snaps on special teams, returning a pair of kicks for 58 yards. With A.J. Brown (ankle) now looking at an extended absence, Williams should see a bigger role on offense behind Romeo Doubs over the next few weeks. The big-play threat will be a name to watch on the waiver wire in fantasy but isn't someone worth adding outside of deep leagues at the moment. |
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