The New England Patriots have made a notable roster move as they prepare for their important Week 17 matchup against the New York Jets. On Saturday, the team announced that wide receiver Mack Hollins has been placed on injured reserve due to an abdominal injury he sustained. Hollins was a surprising yet valuable addition to the team’s offense and is currently third on the Patriots in both receptions, with 46 catches, and receiving yards, totaling 550.
His injury comes following the Patriots’ game against the Ravens, where he played but did not participate in practice during the week. As a result, Hollins will be sidelined for at least four games. Should the Patriots secure the No. 1 seed in the AFC, he would only be eligible to return in time for the Super Bowl if the team proceeds that far.
In addition to Hollins, the Patriots will also be without several other key players for the upcoming game. Robert Spillane, Milton Williams, Kayshon Boutte, and Harold Landry are all expected to miss the action against the Jets. However, there is a ray of hope as running back TreVeyon Henderson has cleared concussion protocol and is set to play. Henderson has had a notable year, leading the team with 776 rushing yards and seven touchdowns, and he currently ranks third in rushing yards among all rookies.
The upcoming clash between the Patriots and Jets is significant as it could influence the outcome of the AFC East standings. With kickoff scheduled for 1 p.m. on Sunday, both teams will be eager to secure a win to boost their playoff aspirations. The Patriots are facing challenges with their roster, but the team’s commitment and resilience will undoubtedly be on display as they navigate this critical phase of the season.