Report: Patriots placing WR A.J. Brown on IR
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Key Points:
- The New England Patriots have placed wide receiver A.J. Brown on injured reserve due to an ankle injury sustained in Week 1 against the Seattle Seahawks, causing him to miss at least the next four games.
- Brown had 3 catches for 26 yards before his injury and played a key role in drawing a pass interference penalty that led to a Patriots touchdown.
- The upcoming four games Brown will miss include critical matchups against the Steelers, Jaguars, Bills, and Raiders, with the Week 4 game against the Bills being particularly important in the AFC East race.
- The Patriots acquired Brown in June by trading first- and fifth-round picks to the Eagles, making his absence a significant setback for the team’s early season plans.
- The Patriots' season start has been disappointing, compounded by quarterback Drake Maye's poor Week 1 performance and Brown’s injury sidelining a key offensive weapon.
