Patriots safety Dell Pettus placed on injured reserve ahead of Jaguars game

The New England Patriots are facing injuries in their secondary as they prepare for Sunday’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Safety Dell Pettus has been placed on injured reserve due to an ankle injury, and starting safety Craig Woodson is a nonparticipant in practice due to a shoulder injury sustained in last week’s game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Coach Mike Vrabel mentioned that Woodson’s status for the upcoming game is uncertain as the team determines alternatives, with Kevin Byard III and Jaylen Reed currently healthy. With defense adjustments necessary, the Patriots are considering promoting safety Mike Brown from the practice squad.

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