Impact Mapu was designated to return earlier this week after missing the mandatory four games on IR. However, the Sacramento State product is still considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
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NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS 3-9 · 4TH IN AFC EAST
3-9 · 4TH IN AFC EAST
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NE +2.5 TOTAL 42.5
Marte Mapu - Could play Sunday Mapu (calf) was activated from injured reserve Saturday.
Antonio Gibson - Slated to draw Week 5 start Gibson, who has logged 29 carries through four games thus far compared to Rhamondre Stevenson's 65 carries in that span, is slated to draw the start at running back for the Patriot...
Impact Stevenson, who signed a four-year, $36 million extension this past offseason, has been operating as the team's lead back, but with four fumbles in as many contests out of the gate, coach Jerod Mayo has elected to turn to Gibson as the team's starter Sunday. That said, Mayo noted that Stevenson, who is averaging 4.1 yards per carry, will play versus Miami, but his ball security issues of late have opened the door for Gibson (5.3 yards per carry) to see added snaps, at least in Week 5. With that in mind, Gibson offers a fantasy lineup alternative for those currently in need of running back help due to bye week or injury issues.
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Antonio Gibson - Headed for Week 5 start Gibson is slated to draw the start at running back for the Patriots on Sunday against the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Rhamondre Stevenson, who signed a four-year, $36 million extension this past offseason, has been operating as the team's lead back, but with four fumbles on 74 touches through the first four weeks, head coach Jerod Mayo has elected to turn to Gibson as the team's starter Sunday. That said, Mayo noted that Stevenson, who is averaging 4.1 yards per carry on the season, will play versus Miami, but his ball-security issues of late have opened the door for Gibson (5.3 yards per carry on 29 attempts) to see added snaps, at least in Week 5. With that in mind, Gibson offers a fantasy lineup alternative for those currently in need of running back help due to bye weeks or injury issues.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
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Kendrick Bourne - In line for season debut Bourne (knee), who was activated off the reserve/PUP list Saturday, is listed as questionable for Sunday's game but is expected to play, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald report...
Impact Bourne was expected to make his season debut Sunday after practicing in limited fashion all week. He'll join a beleaguered Patriots passing attack that has yet to surpass 170 passing yards in any of the four contests this campaign. The veteran receiver quietly had developed into a featured pass catcher last season in a similarly dire passing offense, recording at least two catches in all eight games before going down with a season-ending ACL tear, but it's hard to imagine Bourne significantly turning around a New England offense that ranks dead last in total passing yards in 2024.
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Kendrick Bourne - In line for season debut Bourne (knee) who was activated off the reserve/PUP list Saturday, is listed as questionable for Sunday's game but is expected to play, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports...
Impact Bourne was expected to make his season debut Sunday after practicing in limited fashion all week. He'll join a beleaguered Patriots passing attack that has yet to surpass 170 passing yards in any of the four contests this campaign. The veteran receiver quietly had developed into a featured pass catcher last season in a similarly dire passing offense recording at least two catches in all eight games before going down with a season-ending ACL tear, but it's hard to imagine Bourne significantly turning around a New England offense that ranks dead last in total passing yards in 2024.
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Jabrill Peppers - Won't play vs. Miami Peppers (shoulder) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's divisional game against the Dolphins, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact Peppers injured his shoulder in Week 4 against the 49ers. He was able to log back-to-back limited practice sessions to end the week, but it appears his shoulder injury is too severe enough for him to play Sunday. Peppers' next chance at suiting up will be Week 6 against the Texans in Week 6. Dell Pettus and Jaylinn Hawkins could serve as the Patriots' starting safeties with Peppers ruled out and Kyle Dugger listed as questionable after missing practice all week due to an ankle injury.
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Antonio Gibson - In line to start versus Fins Gibson is in line to start at running back in the Patriots' Week 5 matchup with the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Head coach Jerod Mayo stated Friday that Rhamondre StevenHe son has officially lost his starting role for at least Week 5. The reason for this is due to his fumbling issues through four games. As a result, Gibson is presumably the next-man-up in New England's backfield. The veteran back has accumulated 155 yards on 29 carries, while hauling in seven receptions for 82 yards. While Stevenson is still expected to play a role in the offense as a depth option, Gibson should get an opportunity to shine versus Miami.
OCTOBER 5 • ROTOWIRE
Rhamondre Stevenson - Officially loses starting gig Stevenson will not start at running back in the Patriots' Week 5 matchup with the Dolphins, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Impact This comes straight from head coach Jarrod Mayo, who had a conversation about his decision with Stevenson on Friday. However, he is still expected to provide depth in New England's backfield. The running back has lost a fumble in each of the Patriots' first four games, which ultimately led to this decision. As a result, Antonio Gibson figures to get the starting nod in at least Week 5. Gibson has seen just 29 carries to Stevenson's 65 through four games.
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Kendrick Bourne - Questionable for Sunday Bourne (knee), who remains on the reserve/PUP list, is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact Since the Patriots opened his 21-day window to return from the reserve/PUP list Wednesday, Bourne has been limited in practice as he continues his recovery from the right ACL tear that he sustained Week 8 of last season. Coach Jerod Mayo told Mark Daniels of MassLive.com on Friday that Bourne has displayed "that he's healthy" this week, but the Patriots also are determining whether the wide receiver will take one of the three open spots on their active roster, according to Daniels. The team will need to make such a decision by 4:00 p.m. ET on Saturday ahead of Sunday's contest, so clarity on that front will become known in due time.
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Caedan Wallace - Officially placed on IR The Patriots placed Wallace (ankle) on injured reserve Friday.
Impact Head coach Jerod Mayo told reporters earlier Friday that Wallace would be placed on injured reserve, but this move made it official. The rookie tackle will miss New England's next four contests, with his earliest possible return coming in Week 9, when the Patriots take on the Titans.
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David Andrews - Shifts to IR The Patriots placed Andrews (shoulder) on injured reserve Friday.
Impact Head coach Jerod Mayo told reporters Wednesday that Andrews will undergo shoulder surgery and likely miss the remainder of the season, so this news comes as no surprise. The 32-year-old will be forced to miss the Patriots' next four contests, and Nick Leverett (ankle) is expected to serve as New England's top center until Andrews is able to return.
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Anfernee Jennings - Listed questionable for Week 5 Jennings (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact Jennings missed Week 4 against the 49ers with the shoulder injury but was able to practice all week on a limited basis leading up to Sunday's date with Miami. Through three games, Jennings has 14 tackles (eight solo), including two tackles for loss.
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Jabrill Peppers - Questionable for Week 5 Peppers (shoulder) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact Peppers missed Wednesday's practice but was able to get in limited work Thursday and Friday. The veteran safety has played through minor nicks and bruises all season to this point and logged 100 percent of the defensive snaps last Sunday versus San Francisco. On the year, Peppers has 23 tackles (11 solo) and two pass breakups, including one interception.
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Kyle Dugger - Listed questionable for Week 5 Dugger (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact Dugger was injured in last Sunday's Week 4 loss to the 49ers but reportedly avoided a serious injury. He didn't practice Wednesday or Thursday before receiving his questionable tag Friday. Jaylinn Hawkins took Dugger's spot in the lineup next to Jabrill Peppers following the injury.
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K.J. Osborn - Questionable after three DNPs Osborn (shoulder) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphins.
Impact It would be surprising if Osborn managed to suit up considering he didn't practice in any capacity all week, but the Patriots are leaving the door open for the wide receiver to play with a questionable designation. More snaps on the outside would be available for a combination of Ja'Lynn Polk, Tyquan Thornton, Kayshon Boutte and Javon Baker if Osborn sits, while DeMario Douglas should continue to man the slot in New England's underwhelming receiving corps.
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Caedan Wallace - Set to hit IR Head coach Jerod Mayo told reporters Friday that Wallace (ankle) will be placed on injured reserve, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Impact Wallace hasn't officially been placed on IR yet; however, he's set to miss an extended period of time after sustaining an ankle injury during the Patriots' Week 4 loss to the 49ers. Demontrey Jacobs is now expected to start at left tackle for a Patriots offensive line that will likely be without three starters in Week 5.
OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
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K.J. Osborn - Misses another practice Osborn (shoulder) remained sidelined at practice Thursday, Andrew Callahan of the Boston Herald reports.
Impact Osborn also missed Wednesday's session, so he'll need to practice in some capacity Friday in order to have a chance to play Sunday against the Dolphins. Either way, with five catches for 31 yards on 13 targets through in four games to date, Osborn carries modest fantasy value.
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Jaheim Bell - Cleared on injury report Bell (neck) was a full participant during practice Thursday.
Impact Bell was limited Wednesday, putting his status for Sunday's game against the Dolphins into question. However, with his ability to log a full session Thursday, he should be all set to go for the Week 5 matchup.
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Jabrill Peppers - Gets back on field Peppers (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice Thursday, Evan Lazar of the Patriots' official site reports.
Impact Peppers logged a DNP on Wednesday, so it's a move in the right direction for him. The Michigan product dealt with a shoulder injury earlier in the season, but he was able to play through it, which is the likeliest scenario here. However, it'll be worth monitoring his status closer to kickoff Sunday against the Dolphins.
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