Patriots place safety Dell Pettus on injured reserve due to ankle injury

The New England Patriots announced that safety Dell Pettus is being placed on injured reserve following an ankle injury sustained during the second quarter of their recent game against the Steelers. Coach Mike Vrabel confirmed the move and noted that outside linebacker José Ramirez will be promoted to the 53-man roster to compensate for Pettus's absence. The Patriots' secondary is already facing challenges, with Carlton Davis III injured and Craig Woodson also suffering an injury during the match. Pettus's placement on injured reserve will keep him sidelined for a minimum of four games. The team is now monitoring Woodson's injury status ahead of their Week 3 matchup against the Jacksonville Jaguars.

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