The New England Patriots had another long injury report for their second practice in Week 7 ahead of a matchup against the New York Jets at Gillette Stadium on Sunday. New England saw two players, DL Deatrich Wise (knee) and LB Dont’a Hightower (elbow/ankle), get upgraded to limited participation on Thursday.
Otherwise, the report was the same as Wednesday. Three Patriots did not participate due to injuries: DT Davon Godchuax (finger), CB Jonathan Jones (ankle) and CB Shaun Wade (concussion).
New England had 13 players who were limited: Hightower, Wise, DT Christian Barmore (shoulder), LB Ja’Whaun Bentley (ribs), RB Brandon Bolden (thigh), S Kyle Dugger (knee), K Nick Folk (left knee), LB Brandon King (thigh), OG Shaq Mason (abdomen), DB Jalen Mills (hamstring) and S Adrian Phillips (back).
Dont'a Hightower and Deatrich Wise get upgraded from DNP to limited. Otherwise, that means 13 Patriots are limited. 3 did not practice. pic.twitter.com/oGf82AqZPq
— Henry McKenna (@McKennAnalysis) October 21, 2021
The upgrades for Hightower and Wise should increase their chances of playing in a big play. As for Godchaux, Jones and Wade, it seems hope they will play is dwindling. Jones’ potential absence helps explain why the Patriots decided to promote Myles Bryant to the active roster this week.
New England and New York kick off at 1 p.m. on Sunday.
