Patriots lose receiver A.J. Brown to ankle injury in Week 1 loss to Seahawks
Wide receiver A.J. Brown exited the Patriots' 13-10 defeat against Seattle with an ankle injury and is doubtful for the upcoming game against the Steelers.
The New England Patriots fell 13-10 to the Seattle Seahawks in Week 1 after wide receiver A.J. Brown left the contest with an ankle injury and did not return. Team officials have not confirmed his availability for the Patriots' Week 2 matchup with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Patriots quarterback Drake Maye completed 16 of 22 passes for 187 yards and a touchdown, while the Patriots' rushing attack was led by Rhamondre Stevenson, who recorded 51 yards on 18 carries and added five receptions for 44 yards. The Patriots' passing game struggled, with rookie tight end Eli Raridon scoring on his only target and other receivers posting modest numbers.
Seahawks quarterback Drew Lock, who replaced Sam Darnold after the latter suffered a hip injury, threw for 187 yards and a touchdown, guiding Seattle to the win. The Seahawks ruled out a season-ending hip fracture for Darnold but indicated further testing is needed.
Patriots coach highlighted that the team has been experimenting with various personnel groupings involving Brown, Romeo Doubs and Demario Douglas, noting that Douglas has been the most consistently available among the three.
Both teams will look to adjust their lineups ahead of Week 2, with New England hoping to restore its receiving depth and Seattle monitoring Darnold's recovery.