Patriots prepare for Steelers as A.J. Brown placed on injured reserve
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:13 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
The New England Patriots returned to practice on September 14 as they gear up for their Week 2 matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers following a loss in Week 1. A.J. Brown has been placed on injured reserve, expected to miss at least four games, prompting adjustments in the receiving corps. Head coach Mike Vrabel indicated that players like Kyle Williams will take on larger roles in Brown's absence. Meanwhile, running back TreVeyon Henderson and center Ben Brown are working their way back from injuries. Missing from practice were linebacker Robert Spillane and quarterback Behren Morton.
- •A.J. Brown is on injured reserve for a minimum of four games.
- •Mike Vrabel plans to adjust offensive roles with Brown sidelined.
- •Kyle Williams expected to see more opportunities at receiver.
- •TreVeyon Henderson and Ben Brown returned to practice.
- •Linebacker Robert Spillane and quarterback Behren Morton did not practice.
- 1:13 AMYahoo Sports — What I’m hearing at Gillette Stadium: Monday buzz (Week 2)
"The Patriots returned to the practice field in preparation for the Pittsburgh Steelers after their Week 1 loss.
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