A.J. Brown sustains ankle injury during New England Patriots season opener

New England Patriots wide receiver A.J. Brown left the team's game against the Seattle Seahawks at Lumen Field on September 9, 2026, due to an ankle injury. The injury occurred on the opening drive of the second half during a third-and-four play. A Seahawks defender landed on Brown's right ankle while the receiver attempted to catch a slant route from Maye. Brown received medical attention on the field before walking to the sideline and eventually heading to the locker room. The team lists him as questionable to return to the contest. Before his departure, Brown recorded three catches for 26 yards and drew a defensive pass interference penalty near the goal line to set up a Patriots touchdown.

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