FOXBORO — While the New England Patriots once again had perfect attendance from their 53-man roster for practice on Thursday, a notable member of their linebackers corps joined 11 other Pats as ‘limited’ participants.
With Sunday’s game against the Cleveland Browns fast approaching, each player’s status for Sunday afternoon is becoming the subject of additional speculation.
Here is Thursday’s full report, along with its implications for the Pats-Browns upcoming matchup in Week 6:
NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS
LIMITED PARTICIPATION
WR Nelson Agholor – Hamstring
C David Andrews – Back
DL Lawrence Guy – Shoulder
RB Damien Harris – Hamstring
CB Jonathan Jones – Ankle
QB Mac Jones – Ankle
LB Raekwon McMillan – Thumb
WR Jakobi Meyers, Knee
CB Jalen Mills, Hamstring
DL DaMarcus Mitchell – Concussion
TE Jonnu Smith – Ankle
LB Josh Uche – Hamstring
What it means for the Patriots:
Quarterback Mac Jones was once again a limited participant on Thursday. As Jones’ mobility continues to improve, it is important to note that he was wearing his knee brace and armband for the second straight day. Typically, his wearing such equipment indicates that he is taking part in more rigorous practice drills than those seen during the media portion of practice. Whether Jones has done enough to earn the start from rookie Bailey Zappe is yet to be determined. As expected, his status will continue to be monitored throughout the week.
Running back Damien Harris was also a limited participant, showing a slightly greater amount of ease in his movement. However, New England’s decision to promote rookie rusher Kevin Harris from their practice squad to their active roster seems to indicate that the team expects to be without their feature back for at least Week 6, and possibly beyond. Like Jones, Harris’ practice participation will be among the most-watched items on the practice field on Friday.
In addition to keeping a close eye on Jones and Harris, the Pats also added linebacker Josh Uche to the the report with a hamstring injury. The Michigan product has logged three total tackles and has been credited with five quarterback pressures and five quarterback hurries in 82 defensive snaps. Despite a slow start to 2022, he provides value as an edge rusher or an off-the-ball linebacker. Uche’s best asset is versatility, with the skillset to play on the line in the Patriots’ 5-1 looks as well as their 4-2 and 4-3 alignments. He can also move back if they run a more traditional 3-4. Coming off arguably his best game of the season against Detroit, his practice status will be worth a close look on Friday.
CLEVELAND BROWNS
DID NOT PARTICIPATE
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DE Jadeveon Clowney – Ankle, Knee, Elbow
OT Jack Conklin – Not Injury Related (rest)
DE Myles Garrett – Shoulder, Biceps, Hand
OT Joe Haeg – Concussion
CB Denzel Ward – Concussion
LIMITED PARTICIPATION
G Joel Bitonio – Elbow
DT Taven Bryan – Hamstring
FULL PARTICIPATION
RB Demetric Felton – Wrist
WR Amari Cooper – Not Injury Related (rest)
S Ronnie Harrison – Illness
DT Perrion Winfrey – Ankle
What it means for the Browns:
As he was on Wednesday, defensive end Jadeveon Clowney did not participate in practice, as he deals with a litany of injuries to his ankle, knee and elbow. However, Cleveland’s All-Pro defensive Myles Garret was among the notables who joined Clowney as a non participant. Garrett remains listed with shoulder, biceps and hand injuries. With the Browns run defense already struggling, heading into Sunday’s matchup with New England without the services of either (or both) of their top defenders against the pass could be a huge break for New England.
Cornerback Denzel Ward continues to be out of action, as he recovers from a concussion. Having already missed two practices this week, his status for Week 6 is clearly in question.
Kickoff for the Patriots and Browns is set for 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, Oct. 16 at FirstEnergy Stadium.
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