NOVEMBER 6, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
JUJU SMITH-SCHUSTER #9 - WIDE RECEIVER - KANSAS CITY CHIEFS
155 YDS •
10 REC •
1 TD
155 YDS
10 REC
1 TD
Patriots WR JuJu Smith-Schuster takes blame for game-sealing INT in latest loss JuJu Smith-Schuster took the blame after Sunday’s Patriots loss. Here’s what he said.
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NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • MASSLIVE.COM
JuJu Smith-Schuster's hands have vice grip on CLUTCH fourth-down catch New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster' makes an outstanding hands catch to keep the Patriots' last chance drive alive late...
NOVEMBER 5, 2023 • PATRIOTS.COM
Could see added opportunities Smith-Schuster could have an opportunity to reestablish his role in the Patriots receiving corps with Kendrick Bourne reportedly having sustained a torn ACL on Sunday at Miami, Mik...
Impact Additionally, DeVante Parker is in the NFL's concussion protocol, so the team's Week 9 WR depth could be further taxed. In any case, rookie Demario Douglas figures to maintain a key role in the weeks ahead, while Tyquan Thornton, Kayshon Boutte and Jalen Reagor are also candidates to factor in. Through six games to date, Smith-Schuster has caught 15 of his 26 targets for 89 yards and a TD, but the Patriots' current injury situation could lead to the veteran wideout seeing an opportunity to become more involved in the offense as soon as Sunday's game against the Commanders.
OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Records TD in return Smith-Schuster brought in his only target for a three-yard touchdown in the Patriots' 31-17 loss to the Dolphins on Sunday.
Impact The veteran pass catcher returned from a two-game absence due to a concussion, but he was invisible except for his fourth-quarter scoring grab. Smith-Schuster could enjoy a larger role in a favorable Week 9 home matchup against the Commanders if DeVante Parker (head) and Kendrick Bourne (knee) are sidelined.
OCTOBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Patriots' JuJu Smith-Schuster on play that touched off benches-clearing melee against Dolphins: 'Clean hit' - The Boston Globe The receiver made waves when he delivered a big hit on Miami’s Brandon Jones, who picked off a pass from Mac Jones but Smith-Schuster jarred...
OCTOBER 30, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Fourth-down TD! Mac Jones and JuJu Smith-Schuster combine for critical score Fourth-down TD! New England Patriots quarterback Mac Jones and wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster combine for critical score.
OCTOBER 29, 2023 • NFL.COM
Taking stock of the Patriots: Who is trending up and who is trending down? - The Boston Globe Demario Douglas and Michael Onwenu have become valuable contributors, but DeVante Parker and JuJu Smith-Schuster are struggling.
OCTOBER 26, 2023 • BOSTONGLOBE.COM
Clears concussion protocol Smith-Schuster (concussion) was not listed Wednesday on the Patriots' initial Week 8 injury report.
Impact Smith-Schuster has missed the Patriots' last two games, but the wideout's removal from the injury report indicates he's cleared the NFL's five-step concussion protocol, setting the stage for him to rejoin the lineup Sunday against the Dolphins. In his looming return to action, Smith-Schuster's path to steady volume in the passing game could be muddled, with rookie Demario Douglas making a case to maintain a key role in the offense alongside fellow wideouts Kendrick Bourne and DeVante Parker. In five games to date, Smith-Schuster has logged 14 catches for 86 yards on 25 targets, production that has limited his fantasy utility to deeper formats.
OCTOBER 25, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Inactive Sunday Smith-Schuster (concussion) is inactive for Sunday's game against the Bills.
Impact After practicing in a limited fashion this week, Smith-Schuster approached Sunday's game listed as questionable, and he'll now sit out his second consecutive contest due to a concussion that he sustained during Week 5 action. In his continued absence, look for Kendrick Bourne, DeVante Parker and Demario Douglas to lead the Patriots' Week 7 WR corps, with Tyquan Thornton and Jalen Reagor also candidates to factor in. Smith-Schuster will now target a potential return to action Oct. 29 against the Dolphins.
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Not expected to face Bills Smith-Schuster (concussion) isn't expected to suit up for Sunday's game against the Bills, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reports.
Impact Smith-Schuster, who is officially listed as questionable, is expected to miss his second straight game despite turning in a trio of limited practices Week 7. Meanwhile, tight end Hunter Henry (ankle) and rookie wideout Demario Douglas (concussion) are both listed as questionable but are expected to take the field, which provides a boost for New England's passing attack. Official confirmation on Smith-Schuster's status will arrive when the Patriots release their inactive list 90 minutes before Sunday's 1 p.m. ET kickoff.
OCTOBER 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable for Week 7 Smith-Schuster (concussion) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Bills after practicing in a limited fashion this week, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site...
Impact The same goes for fellow WR Demario Douglas (concussion), with the Patriots having listed 16 players as questionable for the contest. Assuming Smith-Schuster clears the NFL's concussion protocol, he figures to be available this weekend, though his Week 7 status may not be officially confirmed until the team's inactives are posted ahead of Sunday's 1:00 p.m. ET kickoff. In the event that Smith-Schuster does return from his one-game absence, he'd profile as a speculative fantasy option in PPR formats. Through five outings to date, Smith-Schuster has recorded 14 catches for 86 yards and no touchdowns on 25 targets.
OCTOBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Another limited practice Smith-Schuster (concussion) remained limited in practice Thursday.
Impact The same applies to fellow WR Demario Douglas (concussion). Both players missed the Patriots' Week 6 loss to the Raiders, but their ability to practice (albeit in a limited capacity) Wednesday and Thursday suggests that one or both could be available for Sunday's game against the Bills. Friday's injury report will reveal whether Smith-Schuster heads into the weekend with a Week 7 injury designation.
OCTOBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Limited in practice Wednesday Smith-Schuster (concussion) was listed as a limited participant at Wednesday's practice.
Impact Demario Douglas (concussion) joined Smith-Schuster as a limited participant after both receivers missed the Patriots' Week 6 loss to the Raiders. After opening Week 7 prep as a limited participant, Smith-Schuster is trending in the right direction for Sunday's game against the Bills, though he still has some work to do to clear the five-step concussion protocol. In five appearances this season, Smith-Schuster has made a modest impact in PPR formats with 14 catches for 86 yards and no touchdowns on 25 targets.
OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Back at practice Smith-Schuster (concussion) was present for practice Wednesday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Smith-Schuster sat out Sunday's loss to the Raiders after not practicing in any fashion, but his return to the field Wednesday bodes well for his chances of playing this weekend against the Bills. The extent of his participation in Wednesday's practice will be clarified once the Patriots' first Week 7 injury report is released, but at a minimum, his presence on the field suggests that he's advancing through the NFL's five-step concussion protocol.
OCTOBER 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Baker Mayfield, JuJu Smith-Schuster highlight free-agent studs and duds
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How Patriots’ front-office brain drain has impacted Bill Belichick’s rosters
The Patriots have lost key player personnel execs in recent years and now clearly lack talent, especially on offense. What should they do?OCTOBER 12, 2023
Patriots-Raiders injury report: JuJu Smith-Schuster, Demario Douglas out Wednesday, 11 limited According to the team’s latest injury report, the Patriots’ struggling offense is also banged up.
OCTOBER 11, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
Bill Belichick can't blame anyone but himself for Patriots' collapse
New England Patriots coach and GM Bill Belichick put together one of the NFL's worst rosters in 2023. And they're playing like it.OCTOBER 9, 2023
JuJu Smith-Schuster 10/6: "Just gotta be ready" Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster addresses the media on Friday, October 6, 2023.
OCTOBER 6, 2023 • PATRIOTS.COM
With QB Mac Jones' make-or-break season getting messy, what do Patriots do now?
Mac Jones' bounce-back year hasn't started well, but if they're inclined, the Patriots could make some bold moves to help the struggling QB.OCTOBER 5, 2023
JuJu Smith-Schuster Sending Fans To Germany With Sweepstakes Supporting His Foundation New England Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster is sending to fans on a four-night trip to Germany to watch the team take on the Indi...
OCTOBER 2, 2023 • PATRIOTS.COM
Patriots mailbag: Could young receiver take snaps from JuJu Smith-Schuster? Could Tyquan Thornton start to eat into JuJu Smith-Schuster’s snaps in the Patriots’ offense when he’s eligible to return next week?
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 • BOSTONHERALD.COM
JuJu Smith-Schuster 9/27: "I think it's all coming along" Patriots wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster addresses the media on Wednesday, September 27, 2023.
SEPTEMBER 27, 2023 • PATRIOTS.COM
