Mike Vrabel updates A.J. Brown's injury status for Week 6 matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 10:26 PM

Last updated Oct 12, 2026

Mike Vrabel updates A.J. Brown's injury status for Week 6 matchup
Summary

Coach Mike Vrabel indicated a chance that A.J. Brown could return for the New England Patriots against the Jets in Week 6. Brown has been sidelined since suffering a high ankle sprain during the Week 1 loss to the Seattle Seahawks, missing four consecutive games. His return may provide a boost to the Patriots' struggling passing game. Brown was a notable acquisition for New England and entered the season as a top-10 fantasy receiver. Further updates on his status are anticipated ahead of the game.

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  • •A.J. Brown has missed the last four games.
  • •Brown suffered a high ankle sprain in Week 1.
  • •Vrabel confirmed there's a chance Brown plays against the Jets.
  • •Brown was a top-10 fantasy receiver entering the season.
  • •His return could help New England's passing game.
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  • 10:26 PMYahoo Sports — Mike Vrabel's 6-word A.J. Brown injury update was encouraging for fantasy owners
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Fantasy owners got some potential good news on Monday as Mike Vrabel confirmed there is a chance A.J. Brown could play against the Jets in Week 6.

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