Patriots’ Brown out 4 weeks with high ankle sprain
Patriots' WR A.J. Brown confirmed to have high ankle sprain, will miss at least four weeks after MRI results.
The update
An MRI on A.J. Brown’s right ankle confirmed the New England Patriots’ receiver suffered a high ankle sprain in the team’s season opener against the Seahawks. The injury will sideline him for at least four weeks, according to multiple reports. Brown left the game in the third quarter after his ankle bent awkwardly when trapped between the ground and Seahawks cornerback Nehemiah Pritchett.
Why it matters
Brown’s absence creates an immediate challenge for the Patriots’ offense. He quickly emerged as quarterback Drake Maye’s go-to target in his debut with the team. The injury forces New England to adjust its offensive game plan and rely more on other receivers like Mack Hollins, Romeo Doubs, Pop Douglas, Kyle Williams, and Efton Chism III.
What to watch
How will the Patriots adjust their offensive playbook without Brown? Who steps up as the primary target in Brown’s absence? What is the timeline for Brown’s potential return beyond the initial four-week estimate?
Sources
- cbssports.com — Details about Brown's injury and immediate aftermath
- espn.com — Confirmation of MRI results and expected timeline
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