Patriots CB Carlton Davis likely to miss more preseason time due to injury
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:39 PM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
New England Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis is expected to be sidelined through at least the end of next week due to a hamstring injury sustained during training camp. Head coach Mike Vrabel confirmed the timeline ahead of Friday's practice. As a crucial player in the Patriots' defense, Davis's absence is significant, especially with an upcoming scrimmage and preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts. The team is now looking at alternatives, including veteran Charles Woods and rookie Karon Prunty, to fill the gap left by Davis.
- •Carlton Davis expected to miss time until at least next week.
- •Davis injured his hamstring on July 28 during practice.
- •He played a key role with 69 tackles last season.
- •Patriots have a preseason game against the Colts upcoming.
- •Alternate options include Charles Woods and Karon Prunty.
- 5:39 PMYahoo Sports — Patriots CB Carlton Davis' preseason status revealed in injury update
"Patriots cornerback Carlton Davis is expected to miss more time after going down with an injury in training camp.
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