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Patriots Expected to Activate A.J. Brown Ahead of Jets Matchup
Wide receiver A.J. Brown is poised to rejoin the lineup after sitting out the previous four games with a right high ankle sprain.
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Activation and Roster Details
The Patriots are likely to activate wide receiver A.J. Brown on Saturday, filling an open spot on their 53-man roster. Brown has been sidelined for the past four games due to a right high ankle sprain and is set to return in time for Sunday's home game against the New York Jets. His addition provides quarterback Drake Maye with another established target in the passing game.
Practice Return and Workload Management
Brown participated in practice for the first time earlier in the week but remained limited according to the team's injury report. He is expected to be brought back gradually rather than immediately resuming a full workload. The decision on his playing time prioritizes long-term availability over short-term needs as the season progresses.
Offensive Outlook and Schedule
With Brown back, the Patriots gain another weapon alongside receivers Romeo Doubs, Pop Douglas, Efton Chism III and Kyle Williams. The team currently stands at 3-2 and faces the Jets before traveling to play the Chicago Bears on Thursday. Defenses will need to account for multiple options in the passing attack during the upcoming stretch.
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